Litigation Assistant

Company: Robert Half
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description A prestigious, long-standing San Diego law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals within a busy litigation practice group. This will support a probate, trusts & estates litigation desk. but the attorneys will train on the practice area. Key Responsibilities: Draft, proofread, and revise pleadings, discovery responses, and general correspondence. Manage State and Federal court filings (e-filing), manage service of process, and prepare exhibit binders for hearings/trials. Manage complex litigation calendars, schedule depositions/client meetings, and handle new matter openings and conflict checks. Conduct intake with clients, call court staff, and coordinate opposing counsel. Pay is contingent upon fluency in the litigation tasks above. Perks of Firm : The firm is good at training. Mentorship comes from the supervising attorneys. The partner and senior associate on this desk are fun! They don’t take themselves too seriously. Beautiful office view, a gym onsite, and cool amenities. Fun events throughout the year like golf tournaments, Padres game suite, fancy half-day holiday party. “This firm likes to party!” -HR Tons of organic fruit delivered each Monday. 3–5 years of litigation experience (civil litigation required; probate/trusts experience preferred). Ability to eFile in state courts Ability to calendar litigation deadlines for three attorneys Ability to commute onsite in downtown San Diego daily. For immediate consideration, please email a copy of your resume to melanie.kent @ roberthalflegal com with " San Diego Litigation Assistant " as the subject line. Start date is negotiable. We also have another similar opening, so apply here for both! SoCalRHL

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