Executive Legal Assistant

Top-tier global law firm is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant in their San Francisco due to a retirement. The role supports 4 litigation partners and is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and practice support to partners and Of Counsel attorneys.
• Manage complex calendaring, scheduling, travel arrangements, expense reports, billing, and client onboarding.
• Coordinate litigation deadlines, court filings, docketing, discovery, document production, and law and motion practice.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Collaborate with attorneys, colleagues, and firm departments to ensure efficient practice management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on civil litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of California Rules of Court and civil procedure.
• Experience with state and federal e‑filing, docketing, calendaring, discovery, and large-scale document productions.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and prioritization skills, with exceptional attention to detail and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with legal document management and comparison tools preferred.

Compensation: $118,000-$132,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package (including 4 weeks of vacation year one) and annual bonus.

Hybrid schedule - 3 days in office downtown SF, 2 WFH.