Legal Records Clerk
6 hours ago
Los Angeles
Legal Records Clerk Los Angeles, CA (onsite) 4+ months (Temp to Hire) Mon-Fri, 8a - 5p Parking is not free, but client will provide $100/month for parking or transit. Provides operations support within a legal office environment, including high-volume copying, scanning, document imaging, mail processing, shipping and receiving, and legal records management. Handles sensitive and confidential documents while ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely completion of projects. • Operate high-volume duplicating, copying, scanning, document imaging, and mail processing equipment., • Perform copying, binding, finishing, file conversion, file naming, OCR, and document formatting., • Handle highly sensitive and confidential legal documents while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines., • Organize, file, scan, retrieve, purge, archive, and maintain legal records., • Perform electronic file transfers (FTP) between computers and files for printing and CD/DVD., • Manage electronic Table of Contents (TOC) requirements and perform OCR to support keyword searches., • Format files for printing, including Excel files., • Operate image-handling software, MS Office, email systems, and document management platforms., • Perform filing duties, including purging and archiving old documents., • Sort, distribute, and process incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, supplies, and other materials., • Ship and receive materials, verify packing slips, and prepare shipments using appropriate packing materials., • Deliver completed jobs to designated customer locations within and outside the site., • Maintain convenience copiers by conducting daily quality inspections, clearing paper jams, and reporting equipment issues to technicians., • Respond to and coordinate customer service calls and equipment maintenance requests., • Maintain daily meter and service logs, inventory records, management reports, and billing logs., • Calculate charges for completed jobs as required., • Distribute office supplies, fax transmissions, and mail to company personnel and designated drop-off points., • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked copier areas., • Operate finishing equipment, including shrink-wrap machines, paper cutters, hole drillers, bindery equipment, joggers, tape machines, stackers, electric staplers, and scales., • Use copier equipment, calculators, fax machines, postage meters, and computers to complete assigned tasks., • Coordinate projects to be completed offsite through designated service providers., • Answer customer questions regarding job status and feasibility., • Provide professional support to legal secretaries, project managers, paralegals, associates, and partners., • Complete accurate, high-quality projects under tight deadlines and pressure., • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements • 35 years of experience in a Legal Records/File Room, preferably at a law firm., • Minimum of 1 year of experience in the legal industry strongly preferred., • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience., • Knowledge of legal records management, compliance, and confidentiality., • Experience organizing, filing, scanning, retrieving, and maintaining legal documents., • Knowledge of digital document management systems; iManage and Iron Mountain Accutrac experience is a plus., • Proficiency in MS Office, email systems, and basic computer applications., • Technical aptitude with printers, copiers, scanners, postage machines, and other office equipment., • Ability to use hardware and software for cost recovery, document management, and advanced workflow processes., • Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures, including checking packing slips and selecting appropriate packing materials., • Basic electronics knowledge preferred., • Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve issues independently., • Ability to read and understand technical manuals, parts books, and written instructions., • Ability to comprehend and follow mail delivery instructions., • Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and complete projects efficiently., • Ability to maintain accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism in a fast-paced legal environment., • Ability to frequently lift and bend and lift file boxes weighing up to 40 lbs., • Must complete required legal training within 90 days of hire and maintain any additional training requirements., • No driving required., • Business casual dress code., • Parking is not free; a monthly allowance is provided for parking or public transportation.