What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Kaufman Dolowich LLP?
Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S. News in their list of “Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms,” is seeking a Legal Assistant with 5 years of litigation experience. Our Torrance Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self-starter to join our growing team!
Job Responsibilities:
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist with complex document production, drafting pleadings, discovery and correspondence
- Create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities
- Prepare court filings and file with various courts (traditional and e-filings)
- Communicate with court staff regarding various issues
- Handle outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys
- Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys
- Prepare Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines
- Schedule Depositions, Mediations, as well as handling all calendaring for assigned attorneys
- Scan and uploads documents to the document management system and creates templates for new files
- Answer telephones taking detailed messages. At request of attorneys, provide follow-up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others
- Competitive salary & growth opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits packages (Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Plans)
- Firm paid Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD
- Professional team-oriented environment
- Must possess 5 years of experience within litigation
- Experience handling arbitrations, preferred
- Exceptional writing, communication, and organization skills
- Preferred familiarity within one or multiple of the following practice areas: Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and Civil Litigation
- Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality while efficiently prioritizing workloads, meeting deadlines, and accurately analyzing legal documents with a strong command of legal terminology
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $70,000 - $95,000