Law Assistant

About us Our firm is a small business in Los Angeles, CA. We are professional, agile and welcoming... Boutique Law Firm in Los Angeles has an immediate opening for a legal assistant position. The ideal candidate should be dedicated, have experience working in litigation, and have exceptional attention to details. This is a fast-paced position, so the candidate needs to be able to multi-task with minimal supervision. Responsibilities: • Sort, organize and review incoming mail and other legal documents. • Calendar hearings and deadlines, calculating those deadlines based on documents received. • Assist in the administrative responsibilities of the office. • Draft court filings and prepare court forms as requested by the legal team. • File documents with state and federal courts. • Prepare additional documents (e.g., discovery) as needed. • Manage and organize legal documents and case files. • Maintain attorney calendars and schedule appointments. • Prepare legal correspondence and proofread documents for accuracy. • Handle incoming calls and inquiries with professionalism and discretion. • Communicate with clients, including gathering necessary information or documents for discovery. • Conduct legal research on various topics. Skills required: • Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in person, by e-mail and telephone. • Highly organized and detailed oriented. • Must possess extraordinary attention to detail, effective time management and organizational skills. • Ability to follow internal guidelines and instructions. • Advanced knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, advanced formatting knowledge and ability to prepare Table of Authorities. • Desire to learn and must have a problem-solver attitude. Qualifications: • At least 2-3 years proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role. • Experience in e-filing and e-serving legal documents. • Knowledge of State and Federal e-filing rules. Preferred Skills: • Experience in an employment law/labor or complex litigation office. • Background as a Paralegal or related legal field experience is advantageous. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.69 - $23.92 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Free parking • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required) • Legal Assistant: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Los Angeles, CA 90049: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person Apply Job!