Job Posting: Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 5+ Years
Practice Area: Civil Litigation
Position Overview
A well-established law firm in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join its team. This position is ideal for a highly organized legal professional with 5+ years of experience who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities while providing high-level administrative and substantive legal support.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation
- Draft, format, proofread, and file legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other filings
- Assist with discovery, including document review, organization, and production
- Maintain and organize case files, calendars, deadlines, and litigation documents
- Prepare documents and materials for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial
- Coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, depositions, and court appearances
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other outside parties
- Conduct basic legal research and assist with case preparation as needed
- Assist attorneys with case management and tracking important deadlines
- Perform general administrative and legal support duties as needed
Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal assistant, paralegal, or comparable legal support experience
- Prior experience supporting attorneys in a litigation environment preferred
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and filing requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff
- Professional, dependable, and proactive approach to work
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k)
- Professional and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for long-term growth
Apply Now- Or forward your resume in confidence to Jaimi.Harper@gogpac.com. Call/Text directly at (605)679-9312.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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