LEGAL ASSISTANT

BUCHALTER LLP; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BUCHALTER LLP in Sacramento seeks a detail-oriented legal assistant/paralegal to draft, proofread, and finalize contracts, agreements, and closing documents. You will support transactional drafting, manage attorney calendars, track deadlines, coordinate with clients and opposing counsel, and handle routine administrative tasks while upholding confidentiality.

Hybrid schedule; minimum 3+ years corporate experience preferred; MS Office and iManage experience helpful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• 3+ years of corporate/transactional experience in a law firm or similar environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with legal terminology, processes, and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, edit, and finalize legal documents including contracts, agreements, closing documents, letters, and correspondence.
• Assist with transactional documents such as corporate formations, amendments, and other entity filings.
• Ensure documents comply with firm standards and applicable legal formatting requirements.
• Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction checklists to ensure all deliverables are met.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, calls, and deadlines related to client matters.
• Track key dates, critical deadlines, and follow-ups for transactions, filings, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to schedule and confirm meetings or closings.
• Handle routine administrative tasks such as time entry, expense reports, and billing coordination for attorneys.
• Manage travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and other administrative needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive client and firm information.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication

Discretion & Confidentiality

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

iManage

Job description

Draft, proofread, edit, and finalize legal documents, including contracts, agreements, closing documents, letters, and correspondence.Assist with the preparation of transactional documents such as corporate formations, amendments, and other entity filings.Ensure documents comply with firm standards and applicable legal formatting requirements.Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction checklists to ensure all deliverables are met.Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, calls, and deadlines related to client matters.Track key dates, critical deadlines, and follow-ups for transactions, filings, and deliverables.Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to schedule and confirm meetings or closings.Handle routine administrative tasks such as time entry, expense reports, and billing coordination for attorneys.Manage travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and other administrative needs.Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive client and firm information.QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree is a plus.Experience: 3+ years of corporate and/or transactional experience, preferably supporting multiple attorneys in a mid-size to large law firm or a similar environment.Technical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Experience with legal document management software, such as iManage.Familiarity with legal terminology, processes, and protocols.Core CompetenciesAttention to Detail: Demonstrates accuracy in handling documents and following legal protocols.Organizational Skills: Manages multiple tasks effectively, maintaining organization under tight deadlines.Communication: Displays clear, professional, and courteous communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.Discretion and Confidentiality: Handles sensitive information with integrity, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate standards.Time Management: Prioritizes tasks and meets deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.Work EnvironmentThis position is currently hybrid offering four remote workdays per month (subject to change). The remaining work days require in-office attendance in the Sacramento office.The office environment is professional, collaborative, and focused on supporting high-stakes legal work in a law firm.Overtime may be required on an as-needed basis.Physical DemandsSitting or standing for extended periods.Frequent use of a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment like telephones, scanners, and printers.Light lifting and carrying, typically weighing up to 15 pounds.Moving between offices, meeting rooms or file storage areas.