Interim Legal Assistant (California Employment / Wage & Hour Litigation)
Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group is seeking an interim Legal Assistant (California Employment / Wage & Hour Litigation).
Overview: Our client, a global transportation and logistics company, is seeking an Interim Legal Assistant to support its in-house California litigation team. This position will support attorneys and paralegals handling employment litigation matters, including wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex litigation teams in a fast-paced legal environment.
Company: Public, global logistics and shipping company.
Experience: 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant supporting litigation attorneys and/or litigation paralegals.
Location: Irvine, CA. Hybrid schedule, with an expectation of being in the office three to four days per week.
Responsibilities Include:
- Support attorneys and paralegals handling California employment litigation matters.
- Assist with wage and hour class actions and the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) representative actions.
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and format litigation documents.
- Create and maintain Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities.
- Electronically file pleadings and other documents in state and federal courts.
- Maintain litigation files and case management systems.
- Calendar court deadlines, hearings, and other key litigation dates.
- Coordinate document production and case-related correspondence.
- Schedule meetings, depositions, and litigation-related events.
- Process incoming and outgoing legal correspondence.
- Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple legal professionals within the department.
- Assist with special projects and department initiatives as needed.
Qualifications Include:
- 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant supporting litigation attorneys and/or litigation paralegals.
- Experience supporting complex litigation matters.
- Experience with California employment litigation, wage and hour matters, class actions, and PAGA litigation is required.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, including advanced formatting features.
- Experience with state and federal court e-filing.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Pay: $32 to $35 per hour, depending on the candidate’s years of prior relevant experience, background, and qualifications
Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources
All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.
Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.
Bullhorn Job ID: 259500
