Litigation Services Coordinator

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$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

The Litigation Services Coordinator is an integral part of Latham’s Litigation Services team. This role will be responsible for performing a wide array of general litigation research and support functions for Latham & Watkins attorneys, staff, and clients within the Litigation Services framework, while assisting in active litigation case management. Tasks include docketing of all contested matters utilizing a database such as Compu Law, publishing a firmwide litigation department calendar, monitoring case status through manual and electronic means, and ensuring timely retrieval of decisions and orders in all Latham matters.

The role is located in either our San Francisco or Silicon Valley office and may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in‑office presence.

• Conduct fundamental legal research regarding court rules, procedures, and judicial preferences and tendencies using a variety of databases.
• Draft and review legal documents for conformity with court rules and procedures, including but not limited to Notices of Appearance, Pro Hac Vice Motions, Stipulations, Notices of Appeal, Substitutions of Counsel, Subpoenas, Judgments, Affidavits of Service, Certificates of Good Standing, and Foreign Service of Process Forms.
• Prepare procedural road maps to guide upcoming filings.
• Leverage technology to streamline monitoring and distribution of cases in state and federal court.
• Develop a repository of judicial experience where feasible, updating with prior templates, docket sheets, and transcripts from oral argument.
• Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information retained by Latham & Watkins.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills needed to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm.
• Exhibit strong time‑management skills in a fast‑paced environment where attention to detail is critical for success.
• Possess the ability to understand the role that accurate calendaring plays in risk management.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree; a minimum of four (4) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant law firm/Docket/Calendar/Litigation Services experience.

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance.
• A generous 401k plan.
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure.
• Well‑being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well‑being events, and more).
• Professional development programs.
• Employee discounts.
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.

USD $80,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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