Legal Assistant Jobs in San Francisco, CA

INTRODUCTION

A premier Am Law 100 law firm is seeking an experienced litigation legal support professional to join its San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys working closely with attorneys, managing complex deadlines, and serving as a critical member of a busy litigation team. Supporting approximately five attorneys, you'll be trusted to take ownership of your work, anticipate needs, and keep matters moving efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of administrative legal support experience in a litigation practice.
- Extensive State and Federal Court e-filing experience.
- Strong knowledge of court rules, procedures, and litigation deadlines.
- Experience preparing and filing pleadings, motions, complaints, removal papers, and other litigation documents.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet court deadlines and other time-sensitive requirements.

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Handle electronic filings in both State and Federal Courts.
- Prepare Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities.
- Track and manage litigation deadlines through docketing and attorney calendar systems.
- Coordinate and organize materials for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Maintain case files and ensure documents are saved in accordance with firm protocols.
- Assist with attorney expenses, reimbursements, invoices, and billing support.
- Review and finalize client bills and proformas.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with one remote workday per week. This opportunity comes at an exciting time as the firm continues to experience significant growth. If you're a highly organized litigation professional who thrives under pressure, enjoys supporting successful attorneys, and wants to be part of a nationally respected law firm, we'd love to hear from you.

The Consilio Direct Hire team has partnered with top law firms, associations, and corporations throughout the D.C. metro area to connect professionals with opportunities they won’t find anywhere else. The recruiters at Consilio are committed to getting to know each candidate and identifying the best possible match for their individual goals. Our extensive industry knowledge is a resource we share with every candidate to help them prepare for each stage of the interview process and negotiate the strongest possible salary.

By working with Consilio, candidates gain direct access to hundreds of hiring decision-makers across the D.C. area. Consilio’s Direct Hire Division staffs positions for Consilio clients and does not staff internal corporate positions at Consilio.

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.