Legal Assistant (Civil Litigation)

TL;DR

Legal Assistant (Civil Litigation): Providing comprehensive litigation support for a nationally recognized trial firm with an accent on civil litigation and insurance defense. Focus on drafting legal documents, managing e-filing for California courts, and coordinating trial preparation.

Location: Remote (Must have experience with California state, federal, and appellate court filings)

Salary: $38 - $46 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a nationally recognized, fast-growing civil defense firm known for its results and commitment to professional development.

What you will do

• Format pleadings and correspondence and handle e-filing in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts.
• Prepare Table of Contents and Table of Authorities for motions.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and conference calls while docketing case deadlines.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Coordinate attorney travel and provide general administrative support.
• Assist with trial preparation and maintain organized document management systems.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant.
• Experience with state, federal, and appellate court filings in California.
• Solid understanding of civil litigation rules and calendar deadlines.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• 37.5-hour standard workweek to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage with low to zero employee cost.
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% and 50% on the next 4-5%.
• Educational reimbursement program up to $3,500 per calendar year.
• Paid parental leave and monthly technology reimbursement.
• Inclusive environment with diversity initiatives and regular social events.