Jury Document Assistant

Kimball,-Tirey-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Kimball Tirey in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking a Jury Document Assistant to support the timely production of pre-trial and post-trial documents for unlawful detainer proceedings. You will draft, assemble, and file materials, coordinate service, and assist attorneys during trials.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of legal support experience, strong organizational skills, familiarity with ProLaw and LexisNexis, and solid communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Experience drafting jury trial documents, including jury instructions, exhibit lists, witness lists, and trial binders.
• E-filing experience and familiarity with court rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Draft and e-file pre-trial documents and arrange for service on defendants.
• Provide copies of pre-trial documents, witness lists, and exhibits to clients.
• Merge all trial documents and produce trial binders for attorneys.
• Send answers to clients, follow up with the court to ensure processing of trial requests, and notify clients of the trial date.
• Prepare witness subpoenas and arrange for service.
• Obtain certified copies of documents needed for trial exhibits.
• Ensure pre-trial motions and briefs are drafted, filed, and placed in the trial file.
• E-file pre-trial motions.
• Provide any needed support for jury trials or long bench trials where additional file organization is needed.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Legal terminology

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate or equivalent

Tools

ProLaw

LexisNexis

E-filing systems

Job description

We are an established real estate law firm with offices across California. Our firm is looking for a Jury Document Assistant for our Downtown Los Angeles office to join our fast-paced team. If chosen as the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and timely production of all pre-trial and post-trial documents in the trial phase of the unlawful detainer process.About Us:With over 45 years in the California legal industry and six offices statewide, our firm was founded on a commitment to customer service that has flourished within our culture of inclusion and diversity. We believe in working hard for our clients each day and in taking care of our employees so they are empowered to do their very best work. It is our mission to provide the highest quality, cost-effective legal services to our clients.Compensation Range:$25.00-$29.00/Hourly, DOEResponsibilities:Draft and e-file pre-trial documents and arrange for service on defendantsProvide copies of pre-trial documents, witness lists, and exhibits to clientsMerge all trial documents and produce trial binders for attorneysSend answers to clients, follow up with the court to ensure processing of trial requests, and notify clients of the trial datePrepare witness subpoenas and arrange for serviceObtain certified copies of documents needed for trial exhibitsEnsure pre-trial motions and briefs are drafted, filed, and placed in the trial fileE-file pre-trial motionsProvide any needed support for jury trials or long bench trials where additional file organization is neededQualifications:We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant and/or paralegalPreparation of jury trial documents, including jury instructions, exhibit lists, witness lists, and trial bindersE-filing experienceAbility to work with people of all educational, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds who may have differing communication abilitiesKnowledge of local county court rules and proceduresStrong administrative and organizational skillsAbility to handle a high volume of workloadStrong communication skillsHigh attention to detail with an ability to multi-taskVersatile computer skillsThe following qualifications are preferred:Experience with ProLaw and LexisNexisABA-approved paralegal certificate or equivalentSchedule:Position is full-time at 40 hours/week. Our business hours are 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-5:00pm Friday.The primary responsibilities of this position require that the work be performed at the office full-time. We are not considering remote candidates at this time.Why Work for Us?Our firm offers a rewarding work environment that values a work-life balance and fosters a culture of professional growth and opportunities. We provide a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and sick time.What employees are saying about working with us:“The people, atmosphere, culture, and work/life balance are great.”“I always feel included, respected, and a part of the team.”“I have been given so many opportunities to grow and have learned so much.”We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.