Lawyers for Justice, P.C. · 6 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Glendale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expLawyers for Justice, P.C. is a growing law firm in the Los Angeles area specializing in plaintiff's side wage-and-hour class action litigation. They are seeking a highly organized and professional Legal Assistant to support attorneys in managing a robust caseload in federal and state courts.
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Responsibilities
Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects
Drafts legal documents and file motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
Interviews clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items
Inputting and updating all legal deadlines, court dates, depositions, hearings, and client meetings into the firm's calendaring system
Calculating and double-checking accurate deadlines based on relevant rules and statutes
Managing conflicts and scheduling adjustments as needed
Develops and maintains records on cases
Organizes, enters, and cross-references documents in a computerized database
Assists attorneys with organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Minimum of 1 year of experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred
Company
Lawyers for Justice, P.C.
Lawyers for Justice, P.C. is America’s Strongest Law Firm.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Edwin Aiwazian
Chief Executive Officer
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