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*Shift: * 7.5 hours/day
*Hybrid schedule:* Monday - Thursday in the office downtown Los Angeles, Friday remote.
*Duties:*
Provide support to attorneys and legal team in a litigation setting, including, but not limited to:
* Organize legal case files and documents
* Perform e-filing in court and electronic/mail service of documents
* Set up, format, save, and edit legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
* Prepare and send letters
* Prioritize and manage several simultaneous projects and assignments
* Assist with assembly of exhibits and appendices for court filing, depositions, and trial
* Create tables of authorities and tables of contents for briefs
* Conduct research
* Schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings for attorneys
* Answer phone calls, take messages, and handle inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
* Order and put away office supplies
* Handle incoming/outgoing mail for attorneys
* Handle parking validations
* Light cleaning of work and break areas
* Setup and take down refreshments for meetings and depositions
* Some local travel to the post office and court, etc. occasionally required.
* *Note:* Calendaring litigation deadlines not required
*Requirements: *
* Previous experience as a litigation secretary/paralegal
* Paralegal certification
* Experience filing documents in California state court
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe
* Knowledge of legal case management processes and procedures
* Excellent administrative skills, including organization, time management, and attention to detail
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Critical thinking skills
* Professional phone and email etiquette and interpersonal skills
*Desired Experience and Traits:*
* Familiarity with legal research tools such as Westlaw
* Experience with document management systems
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Wellness program
Schedule:
* Day shift
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90017