Labor & Employment Legal Assistant

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christina FinsterAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $50,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established, multi-service law firm in California with offices across the state, including Westlake Village, San Diego, Fresno, and Orange County. Since 1987, they’ve built a strong reputation in General Liability Defense, Workers’ Compensation, Employment Law, and Complex Litigation. With a commitment to high-quality legal work, a collaborative culture, and a diverse leadership team, the firm is known for treating every case with integrity, innovation, and a team-first mindset.

Why join us?

This firm is a solid place to grow your litigation support skills, work with seasoned attorneys, and be part of a respected California practice with meaningful legal work and training opportunities.

Be Part of a Well-Established, Multi-Service California Law FirmThe firm has been serving clients across employment, labor, workers’ compensation, and liability defense since the late 1980s and has multiple offices throughout California—not a fly-by-night operation.

Employees often highlight that partners and attorneys are supportive, loyal, and committed to helping staff succeed—which means real mentorship and hands-on learning.

Job Details

What You’ll Do (a.k.a. your superpowers)Support attorneys in labor & employment litigation from intake through resolutionDraft, format, proofread, and file legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence)Manage court filings (state & federal) and track deadlines like your life depends on itCoordinate calendars, hearings, depositions, and mediationsHandle client communications with professionalism and empathyMaintain and organize case files (digital + physical)Assist with trial prep, exhibits, and bindersKeep attorneys sane by staying two steps ahead

What We’re Looking For2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary(Labor & Employment or litigation experience = gold star ⭐)Strong knowledge of court rules, filing procedures, and legal formattingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsObsessed (in a healthy way) with details, deadlines, and organizationComfortable juggling multiple cases without dropping the ballProficient with MS Office and legal case management systemsProfessional, reliable, and calm under pressure

Nice to Have (but not required)Experience with wage & hour, discrimination, retaliation, or wrongful termination casesTrial preparation experienceE-filing experience in California courts

Why You’ll Love This RoleWork closely with experienced attorneys who value strong support staffStable, professional environment with long-term growth potentialMeaningful work in a fast-moving, impactful practice areaCompetitive compensation and benefits package

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