Entry-Level Legal Filing Assistant – Detail-Oriented & Reliable

Justia; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Training & development

Birthday leave policy

Job summary

USA Express is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Entry-Level Legal Filing Specialist to join our Filing Department. The ideal candidate will have some prior experience with legal filings, court documents, or a legal support environment and be eager to expand their knowledge and experience.

This position requires sharp attention to detail, strong organization, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Entry-level legal filing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with court filings or E-Filing is a plus.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness and ability to learn new filing procedures and systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit legal documents for filing with the courts.
• Assist with electronic filing (E-Filing) and other filing assignments.
• Review documents and filing instructions for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor filing submissions and follow up on accepted or rejected filings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal staff regarding filing status.
• Maintain accurate records and update assignment information.
• Assist with over-the-counter and other filing-related assignments as needed.
• Meet daily deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Legal filing experience

E-Filing experience

Data entry

Team collaboration

Deadline driven

Tools

E-Filing software

Court filing platforms

Job description

Benefits:

• BIRTHDAY LEAVE POLICY
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Training & development

USA Express is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Entry-Level Legal Filing Specialist to join our Filing Department. The ideal candidate will have some prior experience with legal filings, court documents, or a legal support environment and be interested in expanding their knowledge and experience.

This position requires strong attention to detail, organization, accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple assignments and deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Prepare and submit legal documents for filing with the courts
Assist with electronic filing (E-Filing) and other filing assignments
Review documents and filing instructions for accuracy and completeness
Monitor filing submissions and follow up on accepted or rejected filings
Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal staff regarding filing status
Maintain accurate records and update assignment information
Assist with over-the-counter and other filing-related assignments as needed
Meet daily deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS
Entry-level legal filing experience preferred
Familiarity with court filings or E-Filing is a plus
Strong computer and data-entry skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team
Willingness and ability to learn new filing procedures and systems

While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications but have sufficient experience and talent.
Immediate opening. Monday - Friday from 9:30am -6:00 pm

Compensation: $22.00 per hour