Job Title: Legal Assistant - Family Law Firm
Job Responsibilities:
As a Legal Assistant at the law firm, you will be responsible for supporting trial attorneys and paralegals in the family law department. Your duties will include:
- Keeping cases organized by establishing and organizing files.
- Monitoring calendars and meeting deadlines.
- Documenting actions and inputting information into file databases and case management software.
- Confirming case status with attorneys.
- Supporting case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation and court appearances, discovery, responses, and filings.
- Accomplishing organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests.
- Handling office administrative projects as assigned.
- Providing cross-coverage for other teammates at the front desk, phones, and general office support as needed.
Education and Experience Information:
- A is required.
- More than 2 years of experience working in a family law practice is preferred.
- Experience with law firm administrative tasks is advantageous.
Salary Information:
- The pay for this position ranges from to per hour, depending on experience.
- The position includes annual merit-based bonuses and raises.
- The role is full-time, with expected working hours of no less than 40 hours per week.
Additional Information:
- The position offers a hybrid weekly schedule, requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.
- Benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer-paid matching and profit sharing, dental and vision insurance at group rates, 100% paid employee medical premium, paid time off, paid sick/well time, paid flex time, paid holidays, and paid CLE and professional development.
- Additional perks include a LifeTime Athletic Club membership subsidy and provided amenities such as covered parking, an onsite gym, common spaces, a café, kitchens, drinks, snacks, and lunches.
The law firm is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, race, religion, color, marital status, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Candidates interested in this position should apply with a cover letter, resume, and two references. The law firm values professionalism, organization, efficiency, proactivity, and resourcefulness in its candidates.
