What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Legal Assistant position at SSL Law Firm LLP?
Description:SSL Law Firm LLP, a reputable real estate law firm with offices in San Francisco and San Rafael is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment to join our dynamic team.Requirements:Key Responsibilities:· Prepare, revise, and format a wide range of legal documents.· Creating shell documents for pleadings and other filings.· Manage complex calendaring, scheduling, and docketing.· Handle state and federal conventional and electronic court filings.· Ensure code-compliant service of process.· Coordinate attorney travel arrangements, expense reports, and billing.· Research and interpret local court rules.· Schedule court calls, appearances, hearings, and depositions.· Assist in preparation for trial including managing exhibits and all evidentiary matters, witness lists, files and subpoenas, coordinates and attends witness prep meetings.Required Qualifications For Success:· 5 years of litigation legal assistance experience.· Extensive experience with California state and federal litigation.· Strong knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure and local court rules.· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe, and experience with ProLaw and NetDocs preferred.· Strong knowledge of and experience with an electronic document management system, time-entry program and calendaring program.· Must have expertise in e-filing procedures· Strong understanding of filing deadlines and court requirements.· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.· Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.· Able to work independently as well as with the team.· Able to juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and timely seek assistance when needed.· Reliable with punctuality and attendance.What We Offer:· Competitive salary commensurate with experience· Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays· A collaborative, supportive and professional environment with opportunities for growth and long-term advancement· Hybrid work scheduleSSL Law Firm LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, please submit your resume to recruiting@ssllawfirm.com for immediate consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!