Litigation Assistant (Personal Injury)

Summary: BD&J Injury Lawyers is California’s premier personal injury law firm, known for delivering outstanding results with over $2 billion recovered for clients. They are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support high-stakes personal injury litigation cases in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: - Provide direct administrative support to litigation attorneys and paralegals - Prepare, format, and file legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and motions - Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, hearings, and court appearances - Coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel - Assist with trial preparation, including document organization and exhibit preparation - Maintain case files and ensure all documentation is up to date and properly stored - Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks and filings - Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence related to litigation matters Required Qualifications: - 1–2 years of experience in a litigation legal assistant role (personal injury experience preferred) - Familiarity with California court rules and procedures - Strong organizational and multitasking abilities - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software Preferred Qualifications: - personal injury experience preferred - Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus Required Skills: Litigation legal assistance, Personal injury litigation, California court rules, procedures, Microsoft Office Suite, Legal case management software, Multitasking, Deadline management, Bilingual Spanish Benefits: Guaranteed Competitive pay plan, Proficiency/performance bonus, 401K, 80 hours of vacation the first year of employment, Paid Holidays, Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, Supplemental insurance, Opportunity for advancement