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Description

A local government agency is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its City Attorney’s Office on a full-time, temporary basis during a period of transition. This role will provide legal administrative support on active litigation matters, with an emphasis on monitoring claims, tracking discovery, processing court filings, and coordinating e-filing. The agency is seeking a candidate with a strong litigation background—ideally from a law firm or legal department—who can step in immediately and bring proven organizational skills and legal workflow experience. Municipal experience is not required. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation-focused legal assistant who enjoys high-volume, deadline-driven work and is available for a short-term, fully onsite assignment.

Key Responsibilities

+ Provide litigation support to attorneys handling civil matters, including court filings, case tracking, and calendar management

+ Monitor claims and litigation deadlines, including discovery schedules, court appearances, and response timelines

+ Prepare, process, and e-file pleadings and legal correspondence in accordance with court rules

+ Assist with subpoena coordination, discovery indexing, and records tracking

+ Maintain case files, organize exhibits, and ensure accurate documentation of case activity

+ Coordinate communications with opposing counsel and court personnel

+ Track CLE requirements, legal subscriptions, and department administrative records

+ Perform related legal and administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Qualifications

+ At least 1 year of recent litigation experience in a law firm or legal department

+ Strong working knowledge of legal calendaring, e-filing, and discovery support

+ Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines across multiple matters

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document formatting tools

+ High school diploma or equivalent required; paralegal certificate or college degree preferred

+ Ability to report onsite in San Rafael, CA five days per week

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation, tort defense, or public liability cases

+ Familiarity with subpoena processing, motion tracking, and trial prep workflows

+ Prior work with city attorney’s offices or public sector legal teams (a plus but not required)

+ Strong written communication and case management skills

If you have a litigation support background and are available for a fully onsite, full-time temporary assignment, we encourage you to apply today.

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