Legal Assistant
10 days ago
Los Angeles
Job Description Albert & Mackenzie is a well-established and expanding workers' compensation defense law firm with a strong presence across California. Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years (2021–2025), the firm has also earned multiple Best Places to Work awards. Legal Assistant - Workers' Compensation Defense ** Work Remote Optional - California Residents ONLY Job Purpose: Under general direction, perform a full range of complex and responsible secretarial and legal work utilizing legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Coordinate preparation of legal documents and correspondence. Duties and Responsibilities: • Receive and transcribe legal dictation of status reports, conference summaries, settlement disbursement reports, etc., • Proofread and correct prepared materials for correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax, and content., • Compose routine letters and memoranda using knowledge of work area instructions and guidelines., • Maintain files, logs, and other information in connection with the work under the control of the assigned attorney., • Prepare Pre-Trial Conference Statements, settlement documents and Trial exhibits in advance of hearings and depositions as applicable., • Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according with billing procedures., • Operate standard office equipment such as copy machines, scanners., • Receive and place telephone calls., • Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary in a workers' compensation defense firm required., • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Dropbox or other shared cloud storage., • Skilled typing ability (minimum 75 WPM) as well as strong writing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills., • Case Management Software and EAMS are a plus. Location: California, United States The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have pride in work product. This is a fast-paced position that requires critical thinking skills, and the ability to problem-solve. In addition, this role must work collaboratively with attorneys and staff at all levels to achieve goals. Albert & Mackenzie is an established and growing California workers' compensation defense law firm with a strong presence throughout the state. Recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, the firm has also received multiple Best Places to Work awards. Albert and Mackenzie offers a competitive compensation package including 100% company-sponsored employee Medical and Vision Insurance; Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life insurance benefits; a 401k plan; paid time off; and optional voluntary dental plan. We offer an excellent work/life balance in a collaborative and casual work environment. Albert & Mackenzie ensures equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Full-time employees receive a competitive compensation package that features discretionary bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and optional dental coverage. Notice of E-Verify Participation Notice of Right to Work