Transactional Legal Assistant (Century City)

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton, a global Am Law 50 firm, has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant in the Century City office to support attorneys in the Corporate & Securities Practice Group.

About the role

The legal assistant will provide technical, organizational, and administrative support in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, handling multiple projects with prioritization and flexibility. Collaboration with firm personnel at all levels is integral to the role.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, including agreements, corporate filings, and correspondence.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of corporate documents, such as formation documents, resolutions, and annual reports in various jurisdictions.
• Conduct conflict checks and handle new matters, including preparing engagement letters and managing client and case documents.
• Work closely with attorneys and paralegals to prepare and file official correspondence using the Firm’s standards and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with the team and double-check work product before presenting to attorneys for review and before sending or filing.
• Must be available and able to work during core business hours.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-3 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial and relevant work experience.
• A Bachelor's degree or some college is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and Teams.
• Experience working with a document management system.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and systems.

Work Environment

• Indoor office work environment in a cubicle or workstation with limited exposure to hazards.
• Expected to work onsite at least four days per week, with the flexibility to work from home for the remaining day (subject to change).
• Overtime may be required as job duties demand.

Pay

The salary range for this position in California is $26.00 - $62.00 per hour.