Legal Practice Assistant, Irvine

Job Description

Job Description We are looking for an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to support a busy Commercial Litigation team in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for a meticulous legal assistant who thrives in a fast-paced law firm setting and can manage litigation support with precision. The role will partner closely with attorneys on civil and commercial litigation matters, helping keep filings, calendars, and case materials organized and compliant. Candidates who are comfortable with court procedures, document preparation, and deadline-driven work will be well positioned for success.

Responsibilities:• Prepare, revise, and proofread litigation documents to ensure proper formatting, consistency, and compliance with court and firm standards. • Coordinate state and federal court filing activities, including electronic submissions and related procedural support for active matters.• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, and case milestones using calendaring tools such as Compulaw. • Research court-specific requirements and local rules to support accurate filings and timely case management. • Provide day-to-day practice support for a teamof attorneys, helping manage workflow across an attorney group.• Organize case materials, exhibits, and supporting documents in electronic formats, including compiling, combining, and managing PDF files. • Assist with litigation preparation by assembling binders, case documentation, and other materials needed for hearings, depositions, and trial readiness.• Support discovery-related work by helping prepare, organize, and track draft responses and related case documents.• At least 3 years of experience supporting civil or commercial litigation matters in a law firm environment. • Hands-on experience with court filings, including electronic filing procedures for state courts; federal filing experience is also valued.• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to monitor deadlines accurately in a litigation setting. • Working knowledge of court rules, legal document formatting, and filing requirements. • High attention to detail, especially when reviewing documents for accuracy, structure, and compliance.• Strong technical proficiency with legal and document tools, including PDF management and electronic document handling. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced practice supporting multiple attorneys and competing deadlines. • Additional experience with trial preparation, discovery support, Relativity, or iManage is considered a plus.