A full-service insurance defense firm seeks a Litigation Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting Litigation Assistant role that will focus on litigation (filing with state courts, calendaring litigation deadlines, formatting legal documents) under the direction of the attorney. The firm will not train on the basics of CA civil codes & procedures, so 5+ years of civil litigation experience in CA is required.
The Litigation Assistant position is full-time, permanent, with full benefits. The hours are roughly 9am-5:30pm in Mission Valley. This Litigation Assistant position is on site daily; please do not apply if you do not live near Mission Valley.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of civil litigation experience (bonus points for insurance defense)
- Knowledge of how to electronically file documents in CA state courts - this is a must-have, please do not apply if you don't know how
- Fluency in docketing litigation deadlines
- Understanding of document formatting rules per CA civil codes & procedures
Perks of Company:
- RHL has placed multiple legal support professionals at this firm over the years.
- Super casual environment (jeans and sweatshirts acceptable).
- Growth - they will train on litigation and provide opportunities to learn and take on more.
- Snacks in the office.
- Free and easy parking right in front of building.
- Upgrading office space (same building) this fall.
Pay is contingent upon experience in CA civil litigation, ranging from $70K-95K (the upper tier is reserved for Litigation Assistants who have 10+ years of experience, ideally in insurance defense law). The firm also covers medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K, PTO, and life insurance.
To Apply:
- Send resume directly to Melanie dot Kent at RobertHalf dot com with "San Diego Litigation Assistant" as the subject line.