We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys assist clients and keep our workflows running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and follow-ups, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker with a keen eye for detail who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
FULL TIME POSITION. MUST BE LOCATED IN PST OR MST TIMEZONE AND AVAILABILITY MUST BE BETWEEN 8 AM- 5 PM PST MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY.
Responsibilities
* Create, update, review, and proofread legal documents
* Manage firm work in progress, update, and move work down the pipeline
* Organize client work and provide status updates to client and firm
* Update, modify, and complete templates and client work
* Perform legal research, update templates, and manage client deadlines
* Organize and synthesize large amounts of information into organized and understandable formats
* Maintain organization and completeness of client files in Lawmatics as well as the organization of the Hello shared drive
* Schedule new and recurring appointments
* Ensure the ongoing update and organization of firm paperwork
* Be responsible for scheduling and modifying firm newsletters
* Perform special projects
* Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
* Schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, make travel arrangements, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
* Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly
* Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys and paralegals
Qualifications
* Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills
* Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
* At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks
* Experience with legal software, litigation case management, and docketing programs
* Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
Compensation
$20 - $25 per hour DOE
About San Gabriel Valley Law
Remote work is not a fad for us-it is by design and our management style reflects that.
Our pillars and commitments to clients:
Confidence: We aim to give the CA Business Owner confidence to run their businesses the way they want to and fuel the life they desire, with peace of mind they are protected from hire to fire.
Encouragement: Our goal is that by walking alongside them, our advice will provide the support they need to flourish.
Hope: By having the unwavering support of SGVLAW, our goal is they will have hope for their futures, their families, and their businesses.
We offer paid time off, holiday office closures, summer Fridays, and a wonderful team environment! Plus more!
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