Legal Assistant
2 days ago
Irvine
Job DescriptionDynamic Defense Firm Seeking Talented Legal Assistant! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sharon Brown Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year A bit about us: We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to our legal team, facilitating the smooth running of our office and ensuring the successful management of our legal procedures. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, where you will be challenged every day. You will have the chance to work with a diverse range of legal professionals and contribute to an environment that encourages growth, collaboration, and personal development. Why join us? • Great benefits, • Well-established firm, • Dynamic case load (construction), • Friendly partners, • Great office Job Details Responsibilities: 1. Providing administrative support to lawyers and enhancing office effectiveness., 2. Handling communication with clients, witnesses etc., 3. Administratively supporting and attending trials., 4. Preparing case briefs and summarizing depositions, interrogatories, and testimony., 5. Conducting research and gathering information from various resources., 6. Organizing and maintaining documents in a paper or electronic filing system., 7. Ensuring legal documents are processed and handled in a timely and efficient manner in order to comply with appropriate regulations and deadlines., 8. Assisting in the preparation of legal opinions, reports, and correspondence., 9. Managing and updating case files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining case calendars., 10. Assisting in the development of legal compliance procedures and policies. Qualifications: 1. Proven working experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary of 5+ years., 2. Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols, and court systems., 3. Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office., 4. Proficient in legal case management and legal compliance procedures., 5. Excellent secretarial and organizational skills., 6. Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure., 7. Strong written and oral communication skills., 8. Proficiency in MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, etc.)., 9. Legal Assistant certification or diploma., 10. Strong ability to research and understand legal documents and cases., 11. High degree of attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Company DescriptionJobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values. Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.