Legal Secretary or Paralegal
Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP · San Diego, CA · 1 mo ago
LegalFull-time
We are looking for a detail-oriented full-time legal secretary or paralegal with three or more years of legal experience. The ideal candidate has a great attitude, works well on a team, is proactive, and thrives in a busy environment.
Responsibilities
- Handle a heavy workload including document production, formatting, and editing
- Manage electronic calendaring for attorneys' appearances and deadlines, including manually calculating dates and ensuring deadlines are met
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Multi-task in a fast-paced environment without compromising quality
- Use computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and the internet while adhering to the firm's style and procedures
- Navigate California Courts and Federal rules, including e-filing in Superior and Federal Courts
- Cover for other secretaries as needed with flexibility and a team-oriented mindset
Requirements
- Three or more years of experience in a law firm
- Experience using Microsoft products in a professional setting
- Civil litigation experience (required)
- Knowledge of California Courts (preferred)
- Appellate experience (helpful, but not required)
- Labor and Employment experience (helpful, but not required)
- Paralegal certificate (helpful, but not required)
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Medical, dental, and life insurance (100% paid for the employee)
- 401k and profit sharing
- Paid sick and vacation days
- Paid parking
- On-site gym
- Office stocked with snacks, water, and a latte/cappuccino machine
- MCLE classes for attorneys and staff
- Social events (family picnics, staff appreciation team-building events, holiday parties, bar passage happy hours, etc.)