Legal Staff Paralegal in South Pasadena, CA

Law Firm

South Pasadena, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in South Pasadena, CA

Legal Staff

1-3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
The legal assistant/paralegal will play a vital role in supporting attorneys within the law firm, particularly in areas such as Plaintiff personal injury, civil rights, and school cases. Responsibilities include:

- Assisting attorneys in the preparation of legal documents, including pleadings and discovery.
- Conducting thorough proofreading of legal materials to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Managing case files and maintaining organized records for ongoing litigation.
- Communicating effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal matters.
- Preparing summaries of legal documents for attorney review.
- Assisting in the filing of documents with both Federal and State courts.

Education and Experience Information:
The candidate is required to have proven experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role within a law firm. Essential skills and qualifications include:

- Strong clerical skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Familiarity with litigation processes and legal terminology.
- Knowledge of statutes and filing in Federal and State courts.
- Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify errors in documentation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking is required.

Salary Information:
The position offers a pay range of to per hour. This is a full-time position.

Benefits:
The role includes a comprehensive benefits package that consists of:

- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.

Additional Information:
The job requires working an 8-hour shift. Candidates must have the ability to commute to or relocate to South Pasadena, CA 91030 before starting work. The work setting is in person, and candidates interested in applying should be prepared to contact the employer directly for alternative application methods if necessary.