Legal Assistant
4 days ago
Fresno
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support various legal functions, contribute to case management, and enhance the efficiency of our law office operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent research abilities, and a passion for legal work helping injury victims. This position is perfect for those who want to get in on the ground floor at a growing law firm providing a stable and employee-oriented work environment. About the Role • Provide administrative support for scheduling appointments, depositions, court appearances, trials, law and motion deadlines for litigated cases, case deadlines (statute of limitations) and handling phone inquiries with professional etiquette., • Manage legal case files and documents through case management software, calendaring, Essential Forms for California Judicial Council forms, MS Office suite with an emphasis in MS Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality., • Draft, review, and proofread documents including settlement demand packages, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery requests and responses with precision and attention to detail., • Maintain data integrity assuring correct dating, filing and file naming of documents in the case management system., • Organize and maintain filing systems both electronically and physically; ensure timely document retrieval for attorneys., • Assist with legal transcription and proofreading to ensure clarity and accuracy in all documentation., • Support paralegal activities including production of settlement demand packages, discovery requests, and responses. Qualifications • Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft clear legal documents; strong proofreading and transcription skills are essential., • Commitment to a team-driven approach to providing the best service to our clients - everyone on the team does their part and others' parts when needed to complete a job well done in a time., • Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal within a law office setting with exposure to California personal injury law., • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite., • Effective communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette for interacting with clients, attorneys, courts, and external stakeholders., • Experience supporting project management initiatives within a legal context; ability to handle confidential information discreetly.