FAMILY LAW-LEGAL ASSISTANT
Rancho Cucamonga-based law firm, specializing in Family and Criminal Law, seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide a range of legal support and administrative job duties to attorneys.
Primary Job Duties
▪ Organize, track, build and maintain case files, information, database files and records.
▪ Maintain contact with opposing party, counsel and clients involved in the case
▪ Transcribe dictation
▪ Keep clients informed regarding the status of their case
▪ Assist in preparation of requests for order, ex partes, petitions, responses, trial briefs, reports, correspondence, spreadsheets, declarations, pleadings and motions.
▪ Prepare subpoenas, discovery requests, and other case-related legal documents.
▪ Schedule client appointments, monitor calendars, and keep attorneys and clients informed of scheduled court dates.
▪ Assist attorneys with hearing/trial preparation (i.e. preparation of exhibits, witness lists, status reports, trial briefs and other case-related documents).
▪ Assist with answering phones, faxing, scanning, copying, processing incoming mail, processing outgoing mail, scheduling appointments, calendaring events, court filing, data entry, drafting retainer agreements
▪ Perform miscellaneous job duties related to the position.
Education/Experience
▪ High school diploma required
▪ MUST have 2+ years of Family Law experience
▪ Must possess critical thinking skills, planning and organizing skills
▪ Strong communication skills
▪ Attention to detail and accuracy
▪ Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
▪ Proficient computer knowledge/skills
▪ Individual must be reliable, dependable, with a positive, professional attitude & demeanor
▪ Spanish speaking a plus
Benefits
▪ 401(k)
▪ Dental insurance
▪ Health insurance
▪ Life insurance
▪ Paid time off
▪ Vision insurance
This law firm experiences periods of high volume phone calls, document preparation and office work. We are seeking a team player who can multitask and maintain a positive office presence to co-workers and clients.
Only qualified candidates need to apply.
Rate Range: Negotiable; salary commensurate with experience.
