Legal Staff Paralegal in Sacramento, CA

Law Firm

Sacramento, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Sacramento, CA

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in the preparation of legal documents, including immigration forms, declarations, and briefs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Conduct legal research utilizing online databases such as Westlaw to gather pertinent information and support case development.
- Review and systematically organize legal documents and files to maintain an efficient and accessible filing system.
- Transcribe dictations accurately, preparing detailed and precise summaries for attorney review.
- Maintain attorneys' calendars, schedule appointments, and manage deadlines to ensure timely case progress and compliance with legal timelines.
- Communicate effectively with clients and court personnel, serving as a liaison to facilitate case management and client relations.
- Perform general clerical duties, including answering phone calls, filing documents, and managing correspondence to support the legal team’s daily operations.

Education and Experience Information:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal assistant or similar role is required.
- Strong knowledge of legal administrative procedures and terminology is essential.
- Proficiency in conducting legal research using online databases such as Westlaw is required.
- Experience in document review, file management, and organization is necessary.
- Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality are crucial.
- Strong organizational and time management skills are required.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team is expected.

Salary Information:
- The position offers a competitive pay rate of - per hour, as provided by the employer.

Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan

Schedule:
- Full-time position
- 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday

Work Location:
- In person

This opportunity is ideal for a skilled Legal Assistant looking to join a dynamic team at a law firm. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume along with a cover letter detailing their relevant experience. The law firm offers competitive compensation and benefits packages and looks forward to reviewing applications from qualified individuals.