Top 303 Paralegal assistant Jobs in Costa Mesa, Ca

Litigation Paralegal / Legal Secretary
MBK Chapman PC —Aliso Viejo, CA
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Family Law Paralegal or Legal Assistant
Stegmeier Gelbart Schwartz Benavente Law —Irvine, CA
- $25 - $50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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California Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal (2+ years of Personal Injury Experience)
MOET LAW GROUP —Irvine, CA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Spanish
- English
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Legal Secretary (Civil Litigation/Insurance Defense Experience)
McNeil Tropp & Braun LLP —Newport Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- No background check
- Writing skills
- Free parking
- AD&D insurance
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Litigation Secretary
Jones Mayer —Fullerton, CA
- $43 - $47 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Litigation Assistant/Secretary
Marc Trachtman Law, PC —Irvine, CA
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Typing
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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LEGAL SECRETARY
GATES GONTER GUY PROUDFOOT & MUENCH LLP —Irvine, CA
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Civil Litigation Legal Assistant
Woodruff & Smart, APC —Costa Mesa, CA
- $50.26 - $52.31 an hour
- Email
- 8 years
- In-person
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Litigation Paralegal
Russell & Lazarus, APC —Newport Beach, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- No travel
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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5d
Trusts and Estates Paralegal
Palmieri Tyler —Irvine, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Email
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Confidential —Irvine, CA
- From $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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2d
Legal Assistant
Sweet James —Newport Beach, CA
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Legal Assistant /Paralegal - Japanese Bilingual
PASONA N A, INC. —Irvine, CA
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
6d
Paralegal - Estate Planning
Everforth, Cybercoders —Irvine, CA
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Windows
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Paralegal for a Boutique Firm in Irvine
Adams & Martin Group —Irvine, CA
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Organizational skills
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12d
Litigation Paralegal
Adams & Martin Group —Irvine, CA
- $95,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Fair chance
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7d
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Paoli & Purdy, PC —Newport Beach, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Project management
- Data entry
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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1d
Legal Assistant
PSI —Newport Beach, CA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Paralegal/Legal Administrative Assistant (Hybrid)
Experian —Costa Mesa, CA
- $63,964 - $110,872 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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5d
Legal Secretary - Transactional
Allen Matkins —Irvine, CA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Customer service

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Litigation Paralegal / Legal Secretary

MBK Chapman PC
Aliso Viejo, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $100,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Paid time off

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Caseload management
E-filing platforms
Legal administrative experience
Video conferencing software
Document viewing software
Legal case management
Document management systems
Adobe Acrobat
Managing litigation projects
Video conferencing systems operation
Digital legal archive

Full Job Description

About the Firm

MBK Chapman PC is a premier litigation firm based in Aliso Viejo, California. Our attorneys represent clients in complex litigation matters throughout the state, including trial and appellate proceedings. We pride ourselves on a fast-paced environment, collaborative culture, and a commitment to excellence in client advocacy.

We are seeking a seasoned Paralegal / Litigation Legal Secretary with 3–5+ years of California litigation experience to provide comprehensive support to our partners and associates. The ideal candidate understands the procedural rhythm of California litigation and is comfortable managing multiple active matters while ensuring strict compliance with court rules and deadlines.

The Role

This is a full-time, 100% in-person position based in our Aliso Viejo office.

This hybrid role blends paralegal-level litigation support with high-level litigation secretarial responsibilities. The position involves assisting attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of litigation—from case inception through discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appellate filings—while ensuring that all procedural requirements and deadlines are met with precision.

The successful candidate must be organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple cases for multiple attorneys simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Litigation Support

Assist attorneys and senior paralegal in managing cases from initial filing through trial, arbitration, and appeal
Open new matters, organize case files, and maintain structured electronic and physical file systems
Coordinate service of process and track responsive pleading deadlines
Monitor procedural posture of cases and ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling orders
Maintain case calendars and track litigation milestones

Court Filings

Execute electronic and physical filings in California courts, including Superior Courts and Courts of Appeal
Utilize OneLegal, TrueFiling, and county-specific e-filing portals including Orange and Los Angeles counties
Prepare judge’s copies, courtesy copies, and service packages in compliance with court rules

Discovery Support

Assist attorneys in preparing, propounding, and responding to written discovery
Prepare and coordinate Notices of Deposition
Schedule and coordinate depositions with court reporters, videographers, and witnesses
Manage deposition logistics, transcript ordering, and deposition exhibit organization
Handle document productions and Bates stamping

Appellate Support

Assist with appellate filings, briefing preparation, and formatting requirements
Manage appellate calendaring and track briefing deadlines
Support preparation and filing of appendices and appellate record materials

Trial & Arbitration Preparation

Assist attorneys in preparing for trial, arbitration, and hearings
Assemble trial binders, exhibit binders, arbitration binders, and witness materials
Manage exhibit indexing, numbering, and organization
Coordinate logistics for hearings, arbitrations, and trial appearances

Pleading Preparation

Format, proofread, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
Prepare Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities for complex filings
Ensure compliance with court formatting rules and filing requirements

Calendaring & Deadlines

Maintain master litigation calendars for multiple attorneys
Calculate and track deadlines under the California Code of Civil Procedure, California Rules of Court, and local court rules

Communication & Coordination

Communicate with clients, court clerks, opposing counsel, court reporters, and vendors regarding scheduling and procedural matters
Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and filings
Manage attorney correspondence and assist with client communication when appropriate

Required Qualifications

Experience

3–5+ years of litigation experience in California state courts
Experience supporting litigation matters from inception through trial or appeal

Jurisdictional Knowledge

Strong understanding of California Superior Court procedures and litigation timelines
Familiarity with California Rules of Court and Code of Civil Procedure deadlines

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Adobe Acrobat
Electronic filing platforms such as OneLegal and TrueFiling
Document formatting tools including TOC and TOA generation
Remote hearing platforms such as Zoom
Litigation document management and case management systems

Professional Skills

Ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously for different attorneys
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to anticipate attorney needs and work independently under tight deadlines

Presence

Ability to work full-time, Monday through Friday, in our Aliso Viejo office

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Competitive base salary ($75,000-$100,000 DOE)
Health insurance
Paid vacation and holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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Legal Assistant /Paralegal - Japanese Bilingual

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