Posted 02/10/2026
Job Number: 15119
Legal Assistant
San Ramon, CA • Remote
Industry: Legal Services
Job Category: Legal
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 / Annually
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Job Description
Position Title: Remote Legal Assistant
This Legal Assistant role is essential for supporting the litigation-focused practice. The position involves a variety of responsibilities, including the preparation and filing of legal documents in both state and federal courts. The candidate will face challenges typical of a growing firm, such as managing a diverse workload and adapting to new processes independently. A strong attention to detail and effective communication skills are vital for success in this position, as the role requires interaction with various stakeholders. The firm offers a flexible work environment that values self-sufficiency and professional growth.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 / Year DOE
Remote Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
- Prepare, format, and file legal documents with state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines
- Coordinate service of process and legal document deliveries, working with process servers and e-filing systems
- Manage outgoing and incoming mailings while maintaining accurate service records
- Create and maintain document templates for litigation-related documents
- Organize and maintain case-related documents within electronic case management systems
- Update attorney calendars with court deadlines, hearings, and internal reminders
- Coordinate deposition logistics and hearing arrangements
- Assist attorneys with trial and deposition preparation
- Communicate with clients, court personnel, and vendors regarding case-related matters
- Provide general administrative and litigation support as needed
Remote Legal Assistant Requirements:
- Must have civil litigation experience
- Experience as the sole legal assistant at a firm, with the ability to learn independently
- Proven experience preparing, formatting, and filing legal documents in state and federal courts, with strong knowledge of court rules, procedures, and filing deadlines
- Experience creating and maintaining document shells, templates, and standardized pleadings for litigation matters
- Excellent calendaring and deadline-management skills
- Professional communication skills for interacting with attorneys, clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and third-party vendors
- Business and real estate litigation experience is preferred
- Experience with the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding county courts is preferred
- Experience with Clio is preferred
- Paralegal certification is preferred
- Associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contribution
- Generous PTO + All federal holidays observed
- Home office setup paid for, including a tech stipend
If you are a Legal Assistant looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-KR1
Job ID: a0CUm00003Yh3x8MAB
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