Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will provide essential support across a variety of legal functions, ensuring smooth operations and effective case management. Your proactive approach, combined with strong organizational and analytical skills, will contribute significantly to our legal processes. This position reports to and supports Chief Trial Counsel & Senior Counsel in a fast-paced, high asset/high conflict, Family Law litigation firm. Must be able to manage emails, calendars, communication with clients and multiple courts, and assist in document preparation, among other assigned duties.
Responsibilities, Skills & Qualifications Preferred
- Proficient in MS Word and Excel, Google-based email & calendars; E-filing experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Positive communication skills with clients, courts, attorneys, and staff, while upholding strict confidentiality of all client matters
- Managing calendars, email and deadlines
- Multi-tasking assignments
- Returning calls and emails the same day and keeping everyone informed of all case developments
- Follow procedures for preparing legal documentation, as well as upload, save, and organize documents in the firm’s document management system
- E-file court documents and docket to internal system
- Draft documents and subpoenas for review by assigned attorneys
- Serve as backup for reception (cover lunch hour, end of day and vacations) and assist in managing phone calls, faxes, mail
- Other tasks as assigned by firm attorneys with assistance from existing support members
- High School Diploma or GED required
- This position is full-time, based in office, M-F
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health insurance - with employer-paid premium contribution of 60%
- Dental insurance - with employer-paid premium contribution of 60%
- Vision insurance - with employer-paid premium contribution of 60%
- Life insurance - employer paid
- Free parking
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000, based on experience
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
