GHJ · 3 months ago
Healthcare Legal Assistant
GHJ is a prominent national accounting and advisory firm, and they are seeking an experienced Healthcare Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a downtown San Diego office. The role involves managing court filings, preparing legal documents, coordinating case schedules, and providing general administrative support in a fast-paced environment.
AccountingConsultingIndustrial
Responsibilities
Managing filings in both state and federal courts, including e-filing and adhering to strict deadlines
Preparing pleadings, discovery shells, tables of contents and authorities, and finalizing complex legal documents with precision
Coordinating case schedules, deadlines, and calendars—your organizational superpowers will shine here
Communicating with clients and internal teams with professionalism, clarity, and warmth
Providing general administrative and litigation support to ensure cases move forward smoothly and efficiently
Qualification
Required
At least 7 years of solid legal assistant experience, with a deep understanding of court rules, filing procedures, and the full litigation life cycle
Experience in healthcare law
Expertise in state and federal court filings, document formatting, and proofing for accuracy and style
Strong technical skills with Microsoft Word (2010 or higher), Outlook, and document management systems (iManage experience a plus)
Exceptional communication skills, strong initiative, and the ability to juggle competing priorities while maintaining an upbeat, team-oriented attitude
Preferred
Bonus points for familiarity with CompuLaw, Best Authority, Adobe Pro, Comparite, or CCC Macros
Experience in Healthcare Insurance, or Business Litigation is a plus
Benefits
Paid vacation, sick leave, and firm holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Life and disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Monthly travel/parking allowance