Litigation Legal Assistant - Messner Reeves, LLP

Messner Reeves LLP, a national law firm, is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team in Orange County.

Position Overview:

This position requires a high degree of interaction with firm partners, associates and staff, as well as clients. As such, candidates should have good judgment and impeccable professionalism. Must be located in California!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate heavy scheduling and calendaring for attorney meetings, court deadlines, and depositions.
• Heavy client contact, contact with witnesses and opposing counsel to obtain information pertinent to the case matter
• Document production and organization a must. Organize records, documents, correspondence, and files into a manageable format
• Provide support by drafting correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents
• Prepare files and/or binders for hearings, depositions, meetings and trial
• Assist with client engagement and retention, including preparation of engagement letter, conflict check, conflict waivers, and submitting information to open matters
• Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the State
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Must demonstrate a strong worth ethic and consistent schedule

Requirements:

• Experience handling multiple attorneys with full caseloads
• Experience with Defense cases
• Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)
• Being well versed in both federal and state court procedure and filing requirements, including e-filing in federal court
• Fundamental knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures
• Pre-trial preparation and trial assistance experience required
• Organized, reliable, and attentive to detail

We offer a great working environment, competitive compensation, and full benefits.