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Full-Time · San Diego, CA · $30 - $41/hr · Benefits & 401K
Candidates should have previous experience working for one or more attorneys and are responsible for organizing and maintaining all files, calendaring/ scheduling, and other correspondence relating to litigation and administrative matters. They also must meet the following requirements:
- Must have 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced law firm as a civil litigation legal assistant/legal secretary (personal injury experience preferred).
- The candidate must be self-starting with a “hit the ground running” work ethic.
- Experience with case intake/opening.
- Experience with managing deadlines and ensuring attorneys meet the same.
- Experience with filing and service in California superior, federal and appellate courts.
- Knowledge of rules relating to service and filing of pleadings and discovery.
- Familiarity with expert designation and deposition process.
- Familiarity with trial-triggered deadlines.
- Be comfortable with client/insurance carrier contact via email and phone.
- Must have trial preparation experience, including preparation, service, and filing of trial documents, motions in limine, and preparation of exhibit binders.