Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant/Office Manager opportunity with a firm that stands for human rights!

This is a chance to work at a firm with a strong cause

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and management of legal documents
• Maintain and organize legal files and records
• Support attorneys in litigation cases, utilizing your experience in this area
• Handle legal intakes and manage customer inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
• Act as an office manager for the California-based team, ensuring the smooth running of office operations
• Use your skills in e-File, e-Filing, Calendar - Docket, Litigation ParaLegal, and Civil Litigation to contribute to our legal operations
• Participate in the monitoring of customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary
• Collaborate closely with the general counsel, vice chair, and legal intake professionals based in California.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as legal support in a litigation firm
• Proficiency in using e-File and e-Filing systems is essential
• Familiarity with Calendaring and Calendar management is required
• Must be able to work legally in the United States
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines is required
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion is necessary
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively is necessary
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team are required.