Legal Assistant & Practice Support - Fast-Paced Firm

Ogletree Deakins; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) matching program

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health and Life Insurance including D+

HSA/FSA for health and dependent care

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ogletree Deakins Sacramento office is seeking a Legal Assistant / Practice Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with secretarial tasks, document drafting, e-filing, and calendar management. This role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and efficiency in a dynamic law firm environment.

The position requires 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary, strong 70 wpm typing, MS Office proficiency, proofreading, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary
• Knowledge of legal terminology and processes
• Accurate typing at 70 wpm or faster
• Strong proofreading and document perfection
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Superior organizational skills and calendaring

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process legal documents, letters, and memos
• Manage assigned attorneys' calendars and deadlines
• Prepare time entries and assist with client billing
• Provide general administrative support and front-office coordination
• Assist with travel arrangements and meeting logistics
• Mentor junior staff and pilot new software when needed

Skills

Legal terms

Typing 70 wpm

MS Office

Proofreading

Organization

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Ogletree Deakins Sacramento office is seeking a Legal Assistant / Practice Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with secretarial tasks, document drafting, e-filing, and calendar management. This role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and efficiency in a dynamic law firm environment.

The position requires 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary, strong 70 wpm typing, MS Office proficiency, proofreading, and excellent communication.