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Mission Recruiting

Legal Assistant Litigation 147966

Mission Recruiting, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Mission Recruiting is excited to present a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded plaintiff-side trial boutique law firm in

Los Angeles, CA . It’s a chance to play a critical part in trial preparation and

litigation

strategy from day one. Why This Role Matters:

At this firm, every case is treated with a trial-first mindset. With a selective caseload, attorneys and paralegals work closely as a cohesive team, giving you meaningful exposure to every phase of litigation. As the

Legal Assistant , you will be instrumental in building trial binders, managing discovery, coordinating logistics, and ensuring the smooth operation of the litigation process. What You'll Be Doing:

Manage litigation calendars, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings Coordinate court reporters, experts, and interpreters Prepare, file, and serve litigation documents (e-filing + physical); update Proofs of Service Organize trial and discovery binders (physical and digital) for trial-ready presentation Scan, index, and maintain document files; manage incoming correspondence Assist with “Discovery to Display” preparation — turning discovery into trial-ready exhibits Coordinate client meetings, travel, and lodging Provide partner support: event registrations, MCLE, conferences, and logistics Support focus groups, mock trials, and trial prep logistics Conduct legal research using LexisNexis or Westlaw Help with subpoenas, discovery, and other litigation-support tasks Who You Are:

3–10+ years of litigation experience (plaintiff-side experience strongly preferred) Experienced in calendaring, e-filing, and preparing trial binders Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing deadlines Strong writing, research, and communication skills *Comfortable interacting with clients, experts, and court personnel Proficient in LexisNexis or Westlaw Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive base salary: $75,000 – $85,000 DOE Discretionary year-end bonus 70% employer-paid health, dental & vision insurance 8 paid holidays Accruing PTO / sick days Paid MCLE and state bar dues (if applicable) Professional development & mentorship Collaborative, trial-focused culture with close partner interaction Work Schedule & Location:

Full-time, in-office (Monday–Friday) in

Los Angeles High in-office presence to support the firm’s hands-on trial-team model Make a difference and get trial experience! Salary Range:

$75,000 – $85,000

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