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West Coast Trial Lawyers · 3 hours ago

Legal Assistant - Employment

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20/hr - $30/hr

West Coast Trial Lawyers is a leading California firm handling Employment and Personal Injury matters. They are currently seeking an Employment Legal Assistant to join their Employment Department, where the role involves being the main point of contact for clients and supporting attorneys in managing employment law cases.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for new employment cases transitioning from our Intake Department

Interview clients to confirm facts, build a clear timeline of events, and identify all relevant employment-law issues

Gather essential documentation such as pay records, personnel files, performance write-ups, communications, and supporting evidence

Draft and send initial correspondence to employers and opposing counsel; track and review incoming responses

Maintain organized case files and ensure all documents, notes, and records are logged correctly before attorney review

Communicate regularly with clients regarding next steps, expectations, document requests, and case status

Collaborate closely with intake staff and employment attorneys to support case development and case strategy

Qualification

Employment law experienceMicrosoft OfficeClient-forward demeanorDeadline managementWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational abilitiesAttention to detail