Legal Assistant (ERISA/Litigation)

Job SummaryLHH Talent Solutions is currently seeking a legal secretary who will work with multiple attorneys providing a full range of support, including, but not limited to, preparation/revision of correspondence, pleadings, and documents; calendar maintenance; various office and client filing; and electronic transcription.The successful candidate types at least 65+ wpm accurately, is a very organized multi-tasking, detail-oriented team player possessing at least 3 years of recent legal secretary experience (including electronic filing).Essential FunctionsEngage in the work of the attorney by demonstrating knowledge and status of current cases and projects, utilizing available resources to achieve goals.Provide support to up to three attorneys in employment law matters and backup support as needed.Answer phones and communicate with clients on a daily basis.Act as liaison between internal departments and outside agencies.Prepare/revise correspondence, pleadings, documents, and other clerical assignments as directed.Handle a wide variety of complex and confidential time-sensitive material.Run conflict checks and open new client engagements as requested.Maintain calendars, CLE, reports, and time records.Book and organize travel arrangements including flights, hotels, and transportation; make changes to reservations as needed.Maintain docketing for litigation attorneys.Transcribe electronic dictation and schedule depositions.Perform various office and client filing; proofread documents.Qualifications/Skills RequiredAt least 3 years of recent legal secretarial experience within a law firm, with at least one year in the labor and employment field.Typing 65+ wpm.Experience with law firm billing software is a plus.Familiarity with state and federal rules and procedures.Solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as court filings.Experienced with trial preparation and briefs.Punctual with excellent attendance.Proficient with generating Tables of Authorities.Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills.Ability to multi-task and respond to deadlines while balancing workload.Knowledge of Office Suite 2021, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is a plus.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environments and communicate with attorneys and support staff at all levels.Educational RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent required.4-year college degree preferred.Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per yearSearch managed by: Patrick ThompsonEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Created: 2025-02-10