Legal Assistant

A boutique San Francisco–based defense-side law firm is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support its busy litigation team. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers strong exposure to complex civil litigation matters and the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys in a fast-paced, professional environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while contributing to efficient case workflow.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support to attorneys

• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and filings

• Manage case calendars, track critical deadlines, and coordinate court appearances

• Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and document productions

• Assist with e-filing in state and federal courts

• Coordinate meetings, depositions, and client communications

• Support discovery processes, including document review and organization

• Prepare materials for hearings, mediations, and trial

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or litigation support professional

• Experience in civil litigation; defense-side experience is a plus

• Strong knowledge of court rules, filing procedures, and legal terminology

• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail

• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software (e.g., iManage, Relativity, or similar)

• Professional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

• Ability to work onsite in San Francisco (hybrid may be considered after training)

Why This Opportunity

• Contract-to-hire with long-term growth potential

• Exposure to sophisticated litigation matters

• Collaborative and well-respected legal team

• Opportunity to build strong technical and procedural litigation skills

Compensation

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