Litigation Executive Assistant

Company: Patenaude & Felix, APC
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Are you an experienced legal professional looking to take your career to the next level? Patenaude & Felix, APC is seeking a full-time Litigation Executive Assistant to provide advanced administrative and paralegal support to our Legal Department and CEO. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment where your expertise and contributions are valued. Who We Are Since 1991, Patenaude & Felix, APC has grown into a multi-state civil litigation firm representing Fortune 500 clients across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington . Recognized for our professional and ethical standards, we value our dedicated team and are committed to investing in their growth and success. What We Offer Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) plan with company match Paid time off and company holidays Mentorship and training from experienced litigation attorneys Opportunities for career growth within a well-established multi-state firm Collaborative and engaging team environment Your Role: Key Responsibilities Draft, proofread, and finalize complex legal and corporate documents, including contracts, memoranda, resolutions, and correspondence Manage and organize legal files, databases, and contract repositories Coordinate contract review and approval processes, maintaining status reports Support corporate governance activities, including subsidiary records, annual filings, and board/committee materials Monitor key deadlines such as contract renewals, compliance filings, and litigation or regulatory timelines Manage attorney calendars, meetings, and travel; coordinate cross-departmental and executive meetings Process invoices, track legal spend, and assist with billing matters for outside counsel Prepare presentations, reports, and dashboards summarizing departmental activities Assist with compliance, audit, and risk management initiatives Maintain discretion in handling sensitive legal and business information Provide mentoring or guidance to junior administrative staff Monitor leases, licenses, and onboarding/offboarding of attorneys Qualification Education: Paralegal Certification, Legal Studies, or related field Experience: 4 to 6 years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including at least 2 years supporting an in-house legal department or law firm Skills: Strong understanding of legal terminology, documents, and corporate processes Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience with contract management systems, e-billing platforms, or legal document management software Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet tight deadlines High level of discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment Schedule Full-time | Onsite | Monday–Friday Ready to Join Our Legal Team? We value your time, so our application process is quick and easy. If you feel that you are a great fit for this Litigation Executive Assistant role, please complete our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you! Pre-Screening Disclaimer All candidates may be required to complete a pre-screening tests as part of the hiring process.

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