Litigation Practice Assistant at McGuireWoods LLP

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

133978.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Litigation support, E-filing, Document preparation, Calendar management, Time entry, Legal correspondence, Conflict checks, File management, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Word processing, Client service, Records management, Legal research, Technology proficiency

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Overview McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to join our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting a litigation practice and proven experience handling a high volume of time-sensitive tasks with accuracy and efficiency. This role requires a proactive, team-oriented professional who is dedicated to providing exceptional client service. McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data. Responsibilities Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, document productions, and schedule depositions. Handle mailings, deliveries, copying, and legal/court filings (paper and electronic) as needed. Respond to client inquiries promptly, addressing document revisions, scanning, file naming, photocopying, and other requests (billable and non-billable). Support new business intake, including conflict checks, drafting file opening requests, and preparing engagement letters. Maintain organized physical and electronic file systems, including intake, retention, retrieval, and closure per Records Department procedures. Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence; generate document comparison reports. Manage attorney calendars, emails, phone calls, mail, and make travel arrangements. Enter and verify attorney time entries in the time management system accurately. Qualifications 3+ years of litigation experience in a legal environment. Must have prior experience with e-filing in both state and federal courts. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure, deadline-driven settings while managing multiple tasks. Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor. Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced word processing and proofreading skills. Highly organized, with excellent planning abilities and adaptability to changing priorities. Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms - our employees also have access to Harvey, a legal-specific AI tool that reduces time spent on routine tasks, allowing you to focus on more meaningful, high-impact work. Have more questions? Connect with a recruiter directly.E1 #LI-MM1

Responsibilities

The Litigation Practice Assistant is responsible for supporting attorneys with document preparation, court filings, and calendar management. They also handle administrative tasks such as time entry, file maintenance, and assisting with new business intake processes.