Litigation Assistant

Adams & Martin Group has partnered with a well-established and highly regarded civil litigation law firm in California to seek an experienced Litigation Assistant. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity with a collaborative firm known for its low turnover, long-tenured employees, and team-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide litigation support to two attorneys handling active insurance defense matters.
• Manage attorney calendars, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates.
• Calculate and calendar litigation deadlines in accordance with court rules and procedures.
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents in state and federal courts.
• Coordinate electronic filings and maintain filing confirmations.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness coordination, and document organization.
• Draft and revise legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Maintain case files and document management systems.
• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, experts, and vendors.
• Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation from inception through trial.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of civil litigation assistant/legal secretary experience.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, calendaring, and filing requirements.
• Insurance defense litigation experience.
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a busy litigation practice.
• Advanced computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and litigation support technology.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Trial preparation and trial support experience.
• Familiarity with document management systems such as Worldox.
• Experience using calendaring software for litigation deadline management.
• Paralegal certificate is a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated longevity and stability in prior employment.

Why Join This Firm?

• Established and respected litigation practice.
• Heavy trial environment offering challenging and engaging work.
• Supportive team structure with dedicated paralegal resources.
• Low employee turnover and strong tenure among staff.
• Collaborative and approachable office culture.
• New attorney growth creating long-term opportunity.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid employee medical benefits.
• Generous 401(k) program with employer matching.
• Immediate vesting.
• Employer-paid parking.
• Stable, long-term career opportunity in a growing office.