Growing firm seeks a legal assistant, law firm administrator or case manager who has an interest in developing their legal knowledge and advancing their career, particularly in family law and estate planning arena. We have high expectations of our staff and compensate appropriately. We have a firm belief that people should be treated well, not only because it’s the right thing to do but because happy employees are more effective. You can expect to have holidays off, to be compensated fairly, and have good benefits all while working with joyful people eager to grow and teach. We work hard, but we work as a collaborative.

We are specifically searching for a motivated individual who enjoys working as a team with paralegals, other assistants, and attorneys. Clear communication is a must. A minimum of 1 year in law is required.

Pay Range: $25 - $50/hour

Benefits: Full benefits. Medical / Dental / Vision

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyer(s) and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
• Administratively support and attend trials
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Draft and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars

Skills

• Proven working experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system in Santa Barbara and Ventura
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat
• Computer literate
• Proficiency in English
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills

Please be prepared to submit a resume, three professional references, and a salary history.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Santa Barbara, CA 93101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person