Legal Assistant - California Litigation

About the role

A U.S. client is looking for a highly organized, proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant with hands-on experience in California litigation to support its legal team. The ideal candidate has worked in a U.S. law firm and understands California court procedures, filing requirements and litigation deadlines. Candidates with experience in family law, business litigation, civil litigation or other litigation-related practice areas are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with day-to-day litigation tasks, including preparing, formatting, reviewing and organizing legal documents.
• Prepare and submit court documents through California's electronic filing systems, in line with court rules and deadlines.
• Maintain court calendars, hearings, filing and discovery deadlines and other litigation dates.
• Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court clerks, opposing counsel and other legal professionals.
• Maintain organized electronic case files, track case progress and keep documents and correspondence in order.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, motions and notices under attorney direction.
• Monitor deadlines, follow up on outstanding tasks and help meet court requirements on time.
• Provide general legal and administrative support to keep law firm operations running smoothly.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant or in a similar role supporting a U.S. law firm.
• Hands-on experience with California litigation and court filing procedures.
• Familiarity with California state court rules, litigation processes and filing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment and to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required skills

• Experience managing court calendars and legal deadlines.
• Strong computer skills and experience with legal case management software and electronic filing platforms.
• Bonus points for familiarity with California e-filing platforms, coordination with attorneys and court personnel, and remote work with a U.S.-based law firm.

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a U.S.-based client and gain exposure to U.S. business culture.
• Employment stability and opportunities to develop administrative and legal support skills.
• Benefits in accordance with applicable labor laws in El Salvador.
• 40-hour workweek and weekends off.