Job description
We are an established personal injury law firm dealing with catastrophic and serious injury cases seeking a full-time Bilingual (English and Spanish) Legal Secretary or Paralegal.
Summary: Supports attorneys in their practice by assisting with gathering, analyzing, and organizing information; drafting legal pleadings, discovery summaries and responses, motions, and other documents.
Legal Secretary/Paralegal Responsibilities:
Drafts legal documents including but not limited to discovery motions, summary judgment motions, appellate briefs, affidavits, memoranda, and letters.
Investigates information to respond to litigation discovery requests or other information inquiries.
Performs legal research and analysis, both manually and on computers; compiles analyzes, and summarizes data.
Manages cases and files; organizes and maintains files.
Performs factual and technical investigation and analysis of case issues.
Assists in all phases of case preparation including discovery and trial. Prepares for and attends trials.
Reviews and finalizes litigation budgets with outside counsel.
Prepares jury instructions and trial binders, and coordinates trial exhibits. Monitors legal fees, budgets, and project status.
Provides general logistical help and supports the maintenance of legal files.
Legal Secretary/Paralegal Requirements:
Legal Secretary/Paralegal experience required.
Can type at least 50 WPM.
Individuals must be organized and must have the ability to multitask.
Experience in Personal Injury preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
The office has a great working environment and is an excellent opportunity as you will be working with serious cases with an excellent group of experienced Super Lawyers in a family-like work environment. This is a high-energy, positive, productive, busy work atmosphere.
COMPENSATION : Commensurate with experience with many benefits including but not limited to a generous bonus program, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Health Insurance, and parking.
Job Type: Full-time
Thank you in advance.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Travel requirement:
No travel
Application Question(s):
Can you commit to a full-time role at our Beverly Hills office in person?
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Personal injury law: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
$20 - $35 an hour