Legal Assistant
Location: Irvine, CA 92606Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-Time | OnsiteEmployment Type: Temp-to-HirePay Range: $30-$40/hour (Approx. $62,400-$83,200 annually)Position OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a high-volume litigation team in a fast-paced, paperless law firm environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, deadline-driven professional with strong litigation experience-particularly in insurance defense or construction defect-who can confidently manage multiple attorneys and complex case workflows.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneysDraft, format, proofread, and revise pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondenceHandle state and federal court e-filing with strict adherence to deadlinesMaintain and organize electronic case files and document management systems (Worldox, iManage)Track litigation deadlines, calendars, and timelinesCoordinate depositions, expert scheduling, hearings, and trial preparationPrepare trial binders, exhibits, and supporting documentationCommunicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counselEnsure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with legal proceduresRequired Qualifications5+ years of Legal Assistant experience supporting multiple attorneysStrong background in litigation (insurance defense or construction defect preferred)Proficiency with state and federal e-filing systemsAdvanced skills in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and ExcelExperience working in a paperless environmentExcellent organization, time management, and multitasking skillsHigh attention to detail with strong grammar and proofreading abilityAbility to work independently and manage competing prioritiesPreferred QualificationsExperience in insurance defense, construction defect, or personal injury defenseTrial preparation experienceAbility to thrive in a high-volume, deadline-driven legal environmentEqual Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected VeteransThe Know Your Rights poster is available here:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdfThe pay transparency policy is available here:https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdfFor temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf