Litigation Assistant - Personal Injury

Role:

Litigation Assistant -

Personal Injury Location:

Burbank, CA (onsite, reliable commute required)

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8-hour shift

Employment Type:

Full-Time + Benefits About the Firm Megeredchian Law is an established and growing personal injury law firm based in Burbank, California. We handle a high volume of personal injury and civil litigation matters and are known for our fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and strong client service. We are seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to support our litigation department and help keep cases moving efficiently from pre-litigation through trial. Role Overview The Litigation Assistant will work closely with attorneys and paralegals to: Manage litigation calendars and court deadlines Prepare and e-file pleadings and Judicial Council forms in California state courts Coordinate hearings, appearances, and client appointments Communicate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel Organize case files for hearings, motions, and appearances Maintain accurate case updates in the case management system Support urgent litigation tasks to keep cases on track This role is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment where reliability and follow-through matter. Key Responsibilities Calendaring & Deadlines Maintain and update litigation calendars for multiple attorneys Calculate and track statutory deadlines, discovery cutoffs, and hearing dates Ensure all key dates are entered correctly in the case management system Court Filings & Documents Prepare, format, and e-file: Complaints, answers, motions, oppositions, replies Discovery requests and responses Judicial Council forms and other California court documents Ensure compliance with local rules, court procedures, and e-filing requirements Case & Client Support Schedule and confirm hearings, mediations, depositions, and client meetings Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, experts, and opposing counsel Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files Administrative & Litigation Support Enter and update case information in the case management system Assist attorneys and paralegals with last-minute filings and urgent litigation needs Perform other litigation support duties as assigned Required Qualifications Minimum 1 year of experience as a Litigation Assistant, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary in: Personal injury litigation , or Civil litigation in California Hands-on litigation calendaring experience Experience with e-filing in California state courts Working knowledge of court procedures, deadlines, and local rules Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common law firm/case management software Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Direct experience in a personal injury law firm Spanish/English bilingual skills Experience with personal injury litigation from filing through trial Familiarity with California discovery procedures and trial preparation

Work Environment & Schedule Status:

Full-time, onsite

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, standard 8-hour shift

Location:

Burbank, CA (must have a reliable commute)

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Free parking Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Application Question(s): What hourly pay range are you seeking for this position?

Experience:

Litigation:

1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Burbank, CA 91502 (Required)

Work Location:

In person