Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Pre-Litigation

Wilshire Law Firm; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a distinguished legal practice as a Legal Assistant in the Personal Injury Pre-Litigation department. This role offers the chance to work alongside dedicated professionals, assisting in the progression of significant cases. You'll prepare essential documents, draft complaints, and ensure timely communication with clients. With a commitment to excellence and justice, this position provides opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment. If you're detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for growth

Team outings

Employee referral bonus

Firm-paid Medical HMO

Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance

Low-cost Dental and Vision plans

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in drafting legal documents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents for filing and monitor court deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with clients and assist attorneys.

Skills

Drafting complaints

Bilingual in Spanish

Microsoft Office Suite

Detail oriented

Typing speed (40 WPM)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Pre-Litigation

Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Pre-Litigation

Legal Assistant - Personal Injury Pre-Litigation
Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As our Legal Assistant in our Personal Injury Pre-Litigation department, you will have the opportunity to assist our Paralegals and Attorneys in progressing our wrongful death, TBI, catastrophic injury, and major orthopedic cases through pre-litigation.

Accountable for

• Prepare documents for filing.
• Draft complaints and minor’s compromises.
• Understand and monitor court deadlines and statute of limitations.
• Communicate with clients in an effective and courteous manner.
• Prioritize and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) of experience drafting complaints.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a high-volume and fast-paced environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Experience working in Personal Injury law a huge plus.
• Type at least 40 WPM.

Compensation

• $45,000 - $65,000 depending on experience, plus performance-based incentives

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team outings and sponsored events
• Employee referral bonus programs
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance

Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity. Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.
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