Litigation Legal Assistant (Long Beach)

Location:

South Bay, Los Angeles, CA Schedule:

Full‑Time | In‑Office Position Overview A well‑established law firm in the South Bay of Los Angeles is seeking a Litigation Assistant with experience supporting Medical Malpractice attorneys. This is a full‑time, in‑office role providing essential administrative and litigation support in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines while working closely with attorneys through all phases of litigation.

Key Responsibilities Provide day‑to‑day litigation support to Medical Malpractice attorneys Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence File documents (state and federal), including e‑filing and service of process Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, and trial dates Coordinate depositions, mediations, and hearings Assist with discovery preparation, including subpoenas and medical record organization Maintain and organize case files (physical and electronic) Interface professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors Assist with trial preparation as needed

Qualifications 2+ years of experience as a Litigation Assistant or Legal Secretary (Medical Malpractice or Personal Injury preferred) Working knowledge of California civil litigation procedures and deadlines Experience with e‑filing in California state and federal courts Strong document formatting and proofreading skills Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Reliable, professional, and able to work onsite full time