What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant (Bilingual- Spanish/English) position at Burga Law Firm?
(Spanish Speaking) LEGAL ASSISTANT – FONTANA LOCATIONPractice Area: Immigration & Criminal DefenseLocation: 16970 Foothill Blvd, Suite D, Fontana, CA 92335Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PMMinimum Requirements:Bachelor’s degree or 2 years of experience in a law firmStrong organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationAbility to manage deadlines and multitaskProfessionalism, reliability, and sound judgmentAbility to work in a fast-paced legal environmentClient-centered mindset with patience and compassionBilingual English/Spanish – fluent in speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish (no exceptions) Burga Law Firm PC is seeking a motivated and highly organized Legal Assistant to join our Fontana location.This office is centrally located in our client community and houses our lead paralegals, making it an ideal environment for learning and professional development. Our firm is dedicated to providing excellent service and keeping families together, and we are looking for someone who is eager to learn and grow with us.This role is well-suited for recent college graduates, aspiring paralegals, or individuals interested in attending law school in the future. You will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and the legal team on both immigration and criminal matters.Key Responsibilities:Client Intake and File ManagementOnboard new clients and explain the next steps of their caseSign retainer agreements and legal contracts on behalf of the firmCreate, organize, and maintain initial stage of legal filesCollect, track, and follow up on required documents until file is ready to transfer to the paralegalAssist with billing and payment collection as neededDrafting and sending written communications to Court Clerks, District Attorneys, Public Defenders etc..Criminal Case Management (20-30 Cases Total)Manage all criminal case workflows for the attorneyPrepare court date packets and ensure the attorney has all necessary materialsAssemble exhibits and submit them to District Attorney offices, Court Clerks etc...Communicate with courts, prosecutors, and related agenciesMaintain accurate case notes and remindersTeam CollaborationWork closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and the attorney to ensure tasks are completed on timeEnsure all required documents are obtained promptlyCommunicate professionally and consistently with clients throughout their case without delayIdeal Candidate Traits:Highly organized and detail-orientedProfessional in conduct and dressConfident, resourceful, and able to think quicklyStrong communication and client service skillsEager to learn and absorb firm proceduresCompassionate and motivated by helping familiesComfortable with deadlines and a fast-paced environmentIf you are motivated, professional, bilingual, and interested in growing your legal career, we encourage you to apply. Burga Law Firm PC offers meaningful hands-on experience and the opportunity to work with an exceptional legal team.Company Descriptionwww.burgalaw.com