Litigation Legal Assistant (orange County)

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton — Litigation Legal Assistant Sheppard is a global Am Law 100 firm with an Orange County office seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant. The role supports litigation attorneys and paralegals through all stages of cases — from initial filing to trial and appeal. Responsibilities include preparing and filing legal documents, calendar and travel management, case management, and billing/expense support. Essential Functions Format, edit, and manage legal documents (pleadings, discovery). Schedule and coordinate depositions, court dates, filing deadlines, calendars, appointments, meetings, travel arrangements, and related planning. Conduct conflict checks and handle new matters, including preparing engagement letters and managing client and case documents. Ensure that client‑matter numbers are opened according to the firm’s guidelines. Prepare partner timesheets, expense summaries/reports, and client bills. Maintain client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential. Proactively manage casework, ensuring all deadlines are met and communicate calendar and docket updates to the docketing teams. Work closely with attorneys and paralegals to prepare and file official correspondence using the firm’s standards and procedures. Communicate regularly with the team; double-check work product before presenting to an attorney for review and again before sending or filing. Required Qualifications Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience in a law firm. Experience with document productions and e‑discovery. Strong working knowledge of Superior and Federal Court rules and procedures. Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast‑paced environment. Willingness to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed. Excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Strong attention to detail, priority‑setting, and time‑management skills to meet deadlines. Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial relevant work experience. A bachelor’s degree or some college is preferred. Computer/Software Knowledge Proficiency in Windows 10, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and Teams, and experience with a document‑management system. Ability to quickly learn new skills and systems. Work Environment Indoor office work in a high‑rise building, with limited exposure to hazards. Hybrid schedule: office minimum of 3 days per week, remote remainder of the week (subject to change). Overtime Overtime may be required as job duties demand. Salary California: $26.00–$62.00 per hour. Sheppard is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, protected medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr