What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at LHH?
LHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting on a search for a legal assistant for a highly reputable law firm that has been recognized year after year as a Top Workplace! This role would support attorneys that mainly practice real estate and litigation work, however the firm will consider applicants with other types of litigation support experience as well as Real Estate, and Corporate support experience.
Are you a highly administrative professional ready to join a law firm that is truly one of the "Best Places to Work" Please apply today!
This firm offers exceptional benefits, upward growth and competitive compensation.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparation of various legal documents and client correspondence
- Assist with expense reports, attorney time entry, mailings and other administrative duties
- Open and close new matters
- Manage attorneys calendars and assist with scheduling depositions, hearings, meetings, etc.
- Transcription of dictation
- Mange case and client files electronically
- e-Filing with various courts
- Coordinate conference rooms for meetings and calls
- Answer phones and direct messages appropriately
Qualifications:
- Prior law firm experience 2 years is preferred in as a legal assistant
- High school degree required; college degree preferred
- Tech skill and proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe
- Strong typing skills of at least 50 WPM
- Prior experience with electronic court filings is preferred
- Knowledge of legal terminology and state and federal procedures
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong communication written and verbal
- Ability to multi-task and have high attention to detail and confidentiality
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and reimbursement and retirement programs. Available paid leave may include paid time off, parental and holiday pay.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to lawyer
- Handle communication with clients
- Locate and develop case relevant information
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience in legal assistance
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000