Legal Assistant

At McCarthy & Holthus, LLP, we have years of expertise in representing financial institutions across a wide range of banking law matters, and we’re looking for passionate, driven candidates to join our dynamic team!

Our workplace is more than just a job – it’s a supportive, collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. You’ll be part of a team that values hard work, creativity, and dedication, while enjoying a strong sense of community. We offer performance-based bonuses, competitive compensation, and a range of incentives that reward your success. Plus, with generous benefits, enhanced employer contributions, and paid time off, we prioritize your well-being and work-life balance.

Summary: We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Civil Litigation team. The position involves assisting attorneys in case management, including drafting pleadings, communicating with courts and clients, and providing clerical and administrative support. We provide all the training needed to succeed and pride ourselves on fostering a team environment that will give Legal Assistants the ability to grow and gradually take on tasks of increasing responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with file handling tasks including file opening, drafting pleadings, processing and preparing documents for filing and service, scheduling hearings, making travel arrangements.


• Provide courteous communication, customer service and timely assistance when interacting with other Firm staff, vendors, clients, court staff, and opposing parties.


• May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.


• May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.

Experience and Skills: 

• Clear communication, both written and verbal


• Ability to work both independently as well as within a team


• Excellent organizational skills


• Ability to pay attention to detail, follow established procedures, and take direction from attorneys


• Experience with drafting pleadings and court forms


• Experience with preparing and submitting documents for electronic filing in California state and/or federal courts

Qualifications: 

• 1-5 years' experience working in a law office as a legal assistant or paralegal preferred. Experience working in a non-law related office environment will also be considered.


• Paralegal training or certification preferable but not required

Work Schedule:

The work week is typically Monday through Friday, with business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Employees are required to be onsite 2-3 days per week following a 90-day training period and upon management approval. 

Salary Range:

The hourly rate for this position typically ranges from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. Please note that the final offer may differ based on the candidate's specific qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity and business needs.

Benefits:

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP, and affiliated companies promote work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available). Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Security Requirement:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to ensure the security and confidentiality of all sensitive information, including but not limited to threats or hazards to the security or integrity of sensitive information that could result in any harm or inconvenience to any customer, employee or company.

Work Environment:

A corporate office environment with a professional setting, characterized by a quiet to moderate noise level. Employees may work in individual or shared workspaces, with standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. Occasional meetings, collaborative discussions, and business activities may contribute to variations in noise levels.

Next Steps:

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and be part of our thriving team! 

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Notices:

The above information on this job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the incumbent.

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualified applicants with a criminal history will be considered pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other applicable state or local laws. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if there are concerns about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Ordinance, visit the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement webpage.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful and compliant workforce, we participate in the E-Verify program. All candidates who accept a job offer will be required to complete the E-Verify process to verify their employment eligibility in the United States.

Applications will be accepted until 6/30/26.