Employees First Labor Law is a fast-growing, premier plaintiff-side labor & employment law firm. We are known to be exceptional at what we do and produce high quality work product while providing exceptional customer service. With offices in Pasadena, Irvine, Long Beach, Riverside, Pomona, and Bakersfield the firm handles litigation throughout Southern California and is expanding.

Job Description:

Employees First Labor Law is looking for an Experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our team. This position is located in our Pasadena office. A successful candidate would have experience working in a fast-paced firm focused on employment litigation matters. Spanish speaker a plus.

Position Responsibilities:

• Ability to assist attorneys with propounding and responding to discovery (interrogatories, requests for admissions, and request for production, subpoenas) and motions (preparation of any supporting documents and exhibits, and preparing hearing binders);
• Draft/format/file complaints;
• File PAGA applications;
• File DFEH/CRD complaints for "Right to Sue" letters;
• Have client interaction and perform intakes when necessary;
• Work as part of a team with all levels of experiences; and
• Assist in managing attorney calendars.

Position Requirements:

• Paralegal certification (preferred but not necessary);
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a litigation paralegal;
• Solid understanding of CA civil litigation (state and federal deadlines and rules);
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat;
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision;
• Articulate, organized and a team player with excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines; and
• Professional appearance, and warm and friendly demeanor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $32.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pasadena, CA 91105: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person