Legal Assistant

Job overview

The Legal Assistant role is onsite in La Jolla, CA, according to the job description. Compensation is $80,000–$110,000 per year. The posting describes a law firm seeking administrative support for its legal professionals. The assistant keeps casework organized and deadlines on track by managing files and calendars, preparing and proofreading documents, handling court e-filings, and communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel. The role also supports billing and office administration while protecting confidential information.

What you'll do

• Maintain physical and digital case files
• manage litigation calendars and pleading deadlines
• schedule meetings and court appearances
• prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
• handle electronic filings in California state and federal courts
• communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• assist with billing, vendor invoices, and mail
• and maintain confidentiality and data security.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

legal assistant

law firm

case management

litigation calendaring

court e-filing

legal documents

client communication

legal billing

la jolla ca

kosmos

$80,000–$110,000/year

2–3 years' experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requests 2–3 years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience in a law firm. The XML listing location is Chula Vista, while the description identifies the firm as located in La Jolla, California.

About the employer

Kosmos is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.