Jury Document Assistant

Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Kimball, Tirey & St John LLP in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking a Jury Document Assistant to ensure timely production of pre-trial and post-trial documents in unlawful detainer trials. This full-time role requires handling e-filing, witness lists, and trial binders to support attorneys.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year as a legal assistant or paralegal, knowledge of court rules, and strong organizational skills. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the position.

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.
• Knowledge of local county court rules and procedures.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and communication abilities.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

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

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Paralegal studies

Tools

ProLaw

LexisNexis

Job description

About Us

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.

Compensation Range

$25.00-$29.00/Hourly, DOE

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

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a legal assistant and/or paralegal
• Preparation of jury trial documents, including jury instructions, exhibit lists, witness lists, and trial binders
• E‑filing experience
• Ability to work with people of all educational, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds who may have differing communication abilities
• Knowledge of local county court rules and procedures
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to handle a high volume of workload
• Strong communication skills
• High attention to detail with an ability to multi‑task
• Versatile computer skills

The Following Qualifications Are Preferred

• Experience with ProLaw and LexisNexis
• ABA‑approved paralegal certificate or equivalent

Schedule

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 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.

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.