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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant. In this role, you will provide essential support to a sole attorney by communicating with clients, assisting with administrative tasks, and drafting legal documents. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
Responsibilities:
- Prepare legal documents, such as pleadings and Judicial Council forms
- Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
- Assist attorney in preparing for trials and hearings by preparing trial/hearing exhibits, briefs, witness lists, etc.
- Draft correspondence and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, Court Reporters and court personnel
- Management of case files and deadlines
- Perform administrative tasks, such as filing, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and intake of potential new clients
Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience gathering relevant information from clients to complete financial disclosures timely
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and track deadlines precisely
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation
- Knowledge of both San Luis Obispo County and Santa Barbara County Family Court Rules and deadlines
-Ability to track billable time and enter in practice management software daily
-Familiarity with Clio, Adobe, DocuSign, Thomson West, etc.
-Typing speed of at least 45 wpm
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the law and a desire to contribute to a dynamic legal team, we encourage you to apply for the position of Paralegal/Legal Assistant.
Please, NO PHONE CALLS.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Travel requirement:
Education:
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Paralegal Studies Degree/Certificate in Paralegal Studies? (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Luis Obispo, CA 93405: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person