Legal Assistant

Law Office of Shelly Jean John; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Un cabinet d'avocats en Californie recherche un CASE MANAGER/LEGAL ASSISTANT pour un poste à temps plein dans ses bureaux. Le candidat idéal est une personne organisée et communicative, capable de gérer plusieurs dossiers dans un environnement de droit de la famille. Les responsabilités incluent la gestion des relations client et le soutien administratif. Une expérience antérieure en droit de la famille et la maîtrise des logiciels de gestion de cas sont requises, ainsi qu'une attitude positive et un souci du détail. Ce poste offre une rémunération de 17 à 25 dollars par heure.

Qualifications

• 2 ans minimum d'expérience en environnement de droit de la famille.
• Capacité à taper 50 mots par minute ou plus.
• Attitude positive et volonté d'apprendre.

Responsibilities

• Être le premier contact des clients en fournissant un service amical et attentionné.
• Articuler le processus judiciaire aux clients.
• Assurer qu’il y a toujours une prochaine étape dans le dossier.
• Gérer la correspondance et les tâches administratives.
• Préparer les documents nécessaires.

Skills

Gestion de projets

Compétences en communication écrite

Compétences en organisation

Education

Diplôme d'associé ou équivalent

Tools

Logiciel de gestion de cas

Google Suite

Job description

Are you up for a challenging but meaningful job? We need a CASE MANAGER/LEGAL ASSISTANT who can hit the ground running. This position is for a LEGAL ASSISTANT/CASE MANAGER who will be the first line of contact for the Clients and who is in charge of ensuring the case progresses smoothly, efficiently, and within a reasonable period of time. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR • You have a positive, optimistic personality and smile when you answer the phone • You are amazing at managing projects and a master scheduler with a superior degree of attention to detail • You are a people pleaser with backbone and grit • You have excellent written and communication skills • You understand the family law legal process and the emotional experiences of clients This is a full-time job and in-office. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE COMPLETION OF THE DISC PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT AND SCREENING QUESTIONS. All others will be disqualified. Responsibilities: • Being the first face of the company by speaking with clients with a friendly personality, and tending to clients’ needs with compassion and promptness • Articulating the court process, steps, and status to the clients so they know where they are in the process and what’s next • Making sure there is always a “next step” in the case that is being performed, so the case does not get stalled • Ensuring that no deadlines are missed, that Clients and attorneys are prepared for the hearings, and that you keep the case moving along toward completion • Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines • Gathering important information and records so we can prepare documents • Calendaring due dates and following through to ensure none are missed • Managing Google Drive documents (correctly labeling, organizing, and sending to clients) • Monitoring the Client Portal and replying to messages or directing them to them • Meet your minimum weekly billable hour requirements Qualifications: • Associate’s degree or equivalent • 2+ years minimum prior experience in a family law environment as a secretary or administrative assistant, or demonstrate a solid understanding of the family law process/procedures • Excellent organizational and project management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Applicant must be able to type 50 words per minute or faster • Must have a positive attitude, be coachable, and be willing to learn • Must live within commuting distance to the Ontario, CA area or have independent plans for relocation • Applicant must have worked with legal software, case management, and calendaring programs, and be comfortable with using various windows and monitors on a computer • Ability to comfortably use Google Suite products Compensation: $17 - $25 hourly

• Being the first face of the company by speaking with clients with a friendly personality, and tending to clients’ needs with compassion and promptness • Articulating the court process, steps, and status to the clients so they know where they are in the process and what’s next • Making sure there is always a “next step” in the case that is being performed, so the case does not get stalled • Ensuring that no deadlines are missed, that Clients and attorneys are prepared for the hearings, and that you keep the case moving along toward completion • Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines • Gathering important information and records so we can prepare documents • Calendaring due dates and following through to ensure none are missed • Managing Google Drive documents (correctly labeling, organizing, and sending to clients) • Monitoring the Client Portal and replying to messages or directing them to them • Meet your minimum weekly billable hour requirements