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Legal Administrative Assistant Jobs in San Francisco, CA at Alston & Bird
Litigation Manager
Los Angeles, CA | On-site role
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for leadership and legal operations? Do you thrive in high-impact environments where performance, precision, and collaboration drive success?
We’re looking for a Litigation Manager to take charge of our Consumer Litigation team—a key role responsible for overseeing all stages of litigation related to deficiency balances on charged-off accounts. From managing internal legal processes to working with external attorney firms, you’ll ensure cases move swiftly and effectively through the legal pipeline.
In this leadership role, you’ll be responsible not only for litigation oversight but also for driving team performance, ensuring compliance with company policies, and supporting the Consumer Litigation Director in day-to-day department operations. If you’re ready to lead a high-performing team and elevate legal operations, this opportunity is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the litigation process for charged-off accounts, including civil lawsuits and referrals to outside counsel
Supervise and support a team of associates, ensuring performance goals are met or exceeded
Train and mentor both entry-level and senior staff within the department
Collaborate closely with the Director of Consumer Litigation on day-to-day departmental operations
Oversee the accurate preparation and filing of legal documents
Generate and reconcile daily, weekly, and monthly reports to track productivity and financial metrics
Monitor and manage department call flow and ensure proper call distribution
Prepare and submit legal placement files to outside attorneys
Act as a liaison between Westlake and its affiliates, including outside legal vendors
Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies, procedures, and productivity standards
Assist in motivating staff and improving overall department performance
Influence and negotiate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
What We’re Looking For:
Strong leadership and team management experience
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative team environment
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure
Familiarity with state and federal collection laws, including FDCPA
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to create, modify, and run SQL queries (preferred)
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required (Legal or Business-related field preferred)
Minimum of 1 year of experience in legal collections or consumer litigation required
Prior leadership or operations management experience is highly desirable
ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate is a plus
PAY RATE:
We offer a competitive starting base salary of $100,000+ per year,
The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable
BENEFITS
What do we offer?
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
Flexible Spending Account
401K matching
Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching
Wellness Programs
Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
Career Path Opportunities
Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
Annual Flu Shot
Paid Vacations Days
Paid Sick days
Paid holidays
HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office)
Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
UKG Wallet
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.
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Title: Legal Administrative Assistant
Company: Alston & Bird
Location: San Francisco, CA
