Legal Assistant

O'Hagan Meyer

. Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys while managing heavy and complex caseloads .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeWoodland Hills • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in litigation support, including proficiency in ECF filings and a strong understanding of California and Federal court rules. Capable of managing complex caseloads while maintaining effective communication and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

7+ Years Experience In A Law FirmProficiency In ECF FilingsStrong Knowledge Of California And Federal Court RulesAdvanced Word SkillsStrong Proofreading And Editing Abilities

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Hard Skills

Litigation SupportDocument ProductionCourt FilingsPleadings PreparationDiscovery AssistanceFiling Systems ManagementCalendar ManagementTravel CoordinationExpense Reimbursement TrackingEditing And Proofreading

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAbility To Work In A Fast-Paced EnvironmentEffective Working Relationships

Tools & Technologies

IManageECF Filing System

Industry Keywords

Labor And Employment LitigationCommercial LitigationLegal SecretaryLegal Assistant

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys while managing heavy and complex caseloads
Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
Prepare court filings for state, federal, and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings
Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies
Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in a law firm environment stated in the opening description
Familiarity with labor and employment or commercial litigation preferred
Strong knowledge of California and Federal court rules and procedures
Minimum of three years working as a legal secretary/assistant in a law firm
Proficiency in ECF filings and other court filing procedures
Advanced Word skills, including creating tables, bookmarking, and styling documents
iManage experience a plus but not required
Strong proofreading and editing abilities, with a focus on accuracy and grammar
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships with attorneys and co-workers
Ability to work full-time, Monday through Friday
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer; qualified applicants considered without regard to protected characteristics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Free Food & Snacks in Office
Wellness Resources
Commuter Benefits
Possibility of some overtime