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Legal Assistant

805 Law Group

Legal Assistant

Atascadero, CA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We’re seeking a sharp Legal Assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with our team to prepare a variety of legal documents and handle office correspondence, including answering emails and phone calls. You'll also be in charge of scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding team members of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: • Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines • Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department • Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events • Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed • Conduct interviews with clients to gather information about their legal issues • Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions Qualifications: • Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs • Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products • Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times • Applicants must be able to type 50 words per minute or faster • Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary • Exemplary client service skills Compensation: $24 - $28 hourly

    • Conduct interviews with clients to gather information about their legal issues • Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions