Legal Assistant

Responsibilities

• Review of all daily incoming mail, emails, and faxes for calendaring and handling
• File legal documents with the courts
• Check of tentative rulings
• Arrange for court calls, Zoom appearances, client conference calls, etc.
• Assist attorneys with state and federal electronic and hardcopy filings
• Assist with the service of all filed pleadings
• Prepare legal correspondence and legal documents
• Prepare briefs and other legal documents for filing, including proofreading, cite checking, compiling exhibits and appendices, formatting documents according to local rules, and filing documents
• Review documents to be filed for form and procedural compliance
• Research and guide the team about updated applicable filing procedures with vendors and court filing portals
• Knowledge of California Rules of Court and County Court rules related to civil cases
• Checking and tracking discovery and legal deadlines with necessary follow-up

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years prior law firm experience as a legal admin or legal secretary with calendaring software experience required
• California-based civil litigation experience is required
• Graduation from high school or GED; some college or business school is preferred
• Knowledge of California and Federal civil court rules, including California Code of Civil Procedure, California Rules of Court, and local court rules
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and court-related systems (e.g., PACER and state court systems)
• Knowledge and experience with legal calendaring systems
• Knowledge and experience with Legal Case Management Systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, good team player
• Knowledge and experience with legal formatting rules for civil cases, civil procedures, and legal terminology

About The Person

• The ideal candidate for this position has experience in California-based civil litigation and should possess a keen attention to detail and organizational skills, placing a strong emphasis on accuracy and quality
• Demonstrating excellent judgment and discretion, the individual should also be a quick learner with the ability to efficiently manage time and coordinate multiple tasks concurrently
• A commitment to follow through and ensure the completion of tasks is crucial for success in this role

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years prior law firm experience as a legal admin or legal secretary with calendaring software experience required
• California-based civil litigation experience is required
• Graduation from high school or GED; some college or business school is preferred
• Knowledge of California and Federal civil court rules, including California Code of Civil Procedure, California Rules of Court, and local court rules
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and court-related systems (e.g., PACER and state court systems)
• Knowledge and experience with legal calendaring systems
• Knowledge and experience with Legal Case Management Systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, good team player
• Knowledge and experience with legal formatting rules for civil cases, civil procedures, and legal terminology

Pay

DOE $28.85-$33.65 (paid hourly, non-exempt)

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k) - after one year of employment
• Dental Insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance

Job Type

Full-time