On-Site Litigation Support Assistant

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Santa Monica (CA); In loco; USD 34.000 - 49.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support a lead attorney and litigation paralegal in a fast-paced law firm environment in Santa Monica, CA.

Responsibilities include scheduling hearings, maintaining case files, drafting documents, assisting with billing, and coordinating with clients and witnesses. The role requires 2+ years in a legal admin setting and on-site presence.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred).
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team.

Mansioni

• Schedule calendar hearings and deadlines; organize case files and manage logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve administrative processes for more efficient workflow.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills; resolve billing issues with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Conoscenze

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Descrizione del lavoro

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support a lead attorney and litigation paralegal in a fast-paced law firm environment in Santa Monica, CA.

Responsibilities include scheduling hearings, maintaining case files, drafting documents, assisting with billing, and coordinating with clients and witnesses. The role requires 2+ years in a legal admin setting and on-site presence.