Legal Assistant/Paralegal

MORDAUNT ROUNDY REIHL & JIMERSON; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mordaunt Roundy Reihl & Jimerson in Stockton, CA is seeking a skilled Legal Assistant and/or Paralegal to join our team. The role focuses on drafting, organizing, and managing case files in a fast-paced legal environment, supporting attorneys with trial prep and research.

Ideal candidates have experience as legal secretaries or paralegals, plus a paralegal certificate. Strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal secretary, legal assistant or paralegal preferred
• Paralegal certificate from an ASA-approved program is a plus
• Proficiency in legal terminology, court procedures, and document formatting
• Strong typing skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Familiarity with California court e-filing systems is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, discreet, and client-focused demeanor

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings
• Track deadlines, statutes of limitations, and litigation calendars
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, and client appointments
• File legal documents with courts (state and federal)
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and client meetings
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel on case matters
• Maintain and organize case files, legal records, and client databases
• Answer and direct phone calls, greet clients, and handle general office communications
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel on case-related matters
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, research, and document management
• Review records and summarize findings to support attorneys
• Medical record chronologies

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong typing

Excellent written and verbal comms

Multitasking / time management

Legal terminology knowledge

Education

Paralegal certificate (ASA-approved program)

Tools

Microsoft Office

California court e-filing systems

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Mordaunt Roundy Reihl & Jimerson is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant and/or Paralegal to join our team in Stockton, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of a professional legal environment where your organizational talents and dedication will truly make a difference. If you thrive in a fast-paced office setting and have a passion for the legal field, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings
• Track deadlines, statutes of limitations, and litigation calendars
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, and client appointments
• File legal documents with courts (state and federal)
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and client meetings
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel on case matters
• Maintain and organize case files, legal records, and client databases
• Answer and direct phone calls, greet clients, and handle general office communications
• Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel on case-related matters
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, research, and document management
• Review records and summarize findings to support attorneys
• Medical record chronologies

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a legal secretary, legal assistant or paralegal preferred
• Paralegal certificate from an ASA-approved program is a plus
• Proficiency in legal terminology, court procedures, and document formatting
• Strong typing skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Familiarity with California court e-filing systems is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, discreet, and client-focused demeanor

About Us:

Mordaunt Roundy Reihl & Jimerson is a respected law firm proudly serving the Stockton, CA community with a commitment to excellence and client-centered legal representation. Our attorneys and staff work collaboratively to deliver outstanding results, building lasting relationships with the clients we serve. We foster a supportive and professional workplace where every team member is valued and empowered to grow.