Senior Legal Assistant - Business & Commercial LitigationOrion Placement • San Diego, CA, US

Senior Legal Assistant - Business & Commercial Litigation

Orion Placement • San Diego, CA, US

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Job Description

Pay : $87,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Support sophisticated business and commercial litigation matters at a nationally respected AmLaw 200 firm
Hybrid schedule that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility
Work alongside experienced attorneys on complex, high-profile state and federal cases
Join a firm widely recognized for diversity, inclusion, and professional excellence
Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and long-term career stability

Location

Hybrid role in downtown San Diego with a consistent 3 days in-office and 2 days remote schedule

Note

Must have 7+ years of experience supporting attorneys in business or commercial litigation

Hands-on state and federal e-filing experience required

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected, full-service AmLaw 200 business and litigation law firm with approximately 200 attorneys nationwide. Known for exceptional client service, attorney diversity, and complex legal work, the firm partners closely with clients across industries to solve sophisticated legal challenges and drive long-term success. This is an inclusive, growth-oriented environment where legal professionals build lasting careers.

Job Description

Draft, format, and finalize pleadings, discovery, motions, subpoenas, and litigation correspondence

Handle state and federal e-filing independently without third-party filing services

Maintain attorney calendars and manage critical litigation deadlines

Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Support multiple attorneys with varying work styles and priorities

Assist with preparation for mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings

Provide high-level administrative support on complex business and commercial litigation matters

Qualifications

7+ years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience in business or commercial litigation

Strong working knowledge of state and federal court procedures and filing requirements

Experience supporting high-volume, complex civil litigation practices

Bankruptcy litigation experience is a plus but not required

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and responsive in fast-paced environments

Comfortable supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously

Why Youll Love Working Here

Hybrid flexibility with a predictable schedule

Collegial, collaborative litigation team

Exposure to challenging, meaningful legal work

Firm-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Excellent benefits, profit-sharing 401(k), wellness programs, and generous time off

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Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

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