ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT POSITION
FOR:
MAJOR EMPLOYMENT LAW FIRM IN LOS ANGELES,CA .
Growing Law Firm in need of a reliable and proactive ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS . The ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS will assist attorney(s) and other employees by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; reservation of travel; expense reporting; preparation and filing of legal documents; and trial preparation. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
- Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
· Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.
· Prepares discovery requests and responses.
· Assists general counsel organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
· *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Some related experience preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS AMAZING OPPORTUNITY APPLY TO THIS ADD OR EMAIL US YOUR RESUME.
ADMIN@VIPERSTAFFING.COM
Job Requirements:
- Prepare correspondence and legal documents
- Preparing legal documents and correspondence
- Assisting attorneys with drafting letters and legal documents
- Prepare a variety of legal correspondence and legal documents
- Prepare legal documents, pleadings and correspondence
- Reviewing pleadings and other legal documents
- Preparing and drafting legal documents
- Reviewing and drafting legal documents
- Prepare legal documents for legal review and signature
- Organize and maintain legal files and legal file
- Prepare and file legal documents
- Drafting correspondence and other legal documents
- Complete general filing of legal documents
- Review legal documents and provide guidance on legal research
- File basic legal documents and correspondence
- Support attorneys and legal staff by reviewing, preparing and filing legal documents
- Drafting legal correspondence, pleadings, motions
- Maintain legal files and litigation calendars
- Scan legal documents into system
- Prepare legal documents and correspondence, as directed by legal counsel