Litigation Assistant (Newport Beach, CA)

Company: LHH US
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description LHH is proud to partner with a great firm in Newport Beach in their search for an experienced Litigation Assistant to join a high-performing legal team supporting IP and SEC attorneys. This is a fully onsite role offering strong professional growth and day-one benefits . Key Responsibilities: Prepare litigation documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda. E-file documents in state and federal courts (paper filing when required) Identify and submit materials for docketing, including all court and case deadlines Maintain and monitor assigned deadlines and calendars Assist with reviewing, organizing, and summarizing case materials. Prepare matrices, charts, spreadsheets, and privilege logs. Create, revise, and proofread legal documents with high accuracy. Support trial and arbitration preparation. Maintain billable time records. Use document management systems including Microsoft Office and NetDocs. Qualifications: Undergraduate degree and/or ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred. Prior litigation experience as a legal secretary or junior paralegal strongly preferred. Proficiency in federal and state e-filing required Strong understanding of court rules, procedures, and legal terminology. Ability to work professionally with clients, courts, and internal teams. Must be able to work overtime as needed. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint, and NetDocs. Details: Fully onsite, Newport Beach, CA. Parking is paid for. This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $80,000 to $105,000 annual salary and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $105,000.00 per year Search managed by: Antonia Spadoni Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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