Litigation Legal Assistant

Legal AssistantLegal AssistantFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

62 days ago

Salary

$65K - $90K / year

High School3 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Accurately prepare and file legal documents with California courts and agencies in advance of applicable deadlines, including electronic and manual filings. • Maintain and organize electronic case files in compliance with California legal standards. • Prepare, file, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems, including California e-filing platforms. • Manage client communications, including answering phone calls, responding to emails, and scheduling meetings. • Schedule and coordinate court appearances, depositions, hearings, mediations, and other meetings. • Coordinate attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, hearings, and internal meetings. • Assist with internal events, client meetings, and trial or hearing preparation as needed. • Assist with invoicing, expense reporting, and administrative tracking as needed. • Support attorneys with research projects and other case-related tasks as assigned. • Register attorneys for conferences, speaking engagements, and webinars. • Maintain and update firm contact databases and generate reports as requested. • Ensure strict compliance with firm confidentiality policies and procedures. • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal, preferably in a litigation environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Strong familiarity with California practice, including legal documents, court procedures, and litigation terminology required.
  • Working knowledge of litigation management and document management software systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Exceptional organizational, planning, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to manage confidential information.
  • Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and follow up on outstanding matters.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, colleagues, and external clients at all levels.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively with a remote team.
  • Professional, courteous demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional demeanor with discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Ability to handle multiple directives in a fast-paced environment and adjust priorities as needed.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits

  • comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings
  • paid time off and holidays

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