Legal Executive Assistant

Litigation Legal Executive Assistant (Patent Litigation)

San Diego, CA | Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 remote)
Direct Hire | Permanent Role
$90,000-$120,000 base ($45.30-$60.06/hour)

A top-tier global law firm (AM Law
5) is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Executive Assistant (LEA) to support attorneys within its Patent Litigation practice in San Diego
. This is a high-visibility, long-term opportunity supporting a sophisticated litigation team in a premier legal environment.

• Provide dedicated administrative support to patent litigation attorneys

• Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and coordination of litigation activities

• Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents and correspondence

• Handle e-filing in state and federal district courts

• Support attorneys through trial preparation and trial-related activities

• Coordinate with courts, clients, and internal legal teams

• Manage time entry, billing coordination, and expense reporting

• 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience (patent litigation preferred)

• Hands-on experience with e-filing in state and district courts

• Trial experience is highly valued

• Exposure to a regional or large law firm environment

• Demonstrated good tenure and career stability

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills