Legal Administrative Assistant

Seeking a Legal Assistant for a law firm in Pasadena, California. The ideal candidate will have experience with court filings in State & Federal Courts, organize and assist in preparing documents for filings, update calendars, manage deadlines, format, proofread, edit, and maintain digital legal files. We seek a dedicated professional who is comfortable working as part of a team and seasoned enough to work independently. This position provides a wide range of administrative and clerical support to a legal team in a fast-paced environment.Skills & Competencies:Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.A "team player” who takes a proactive approach to working closely with others, both attorneys and staff, to achieve excellent results for the clients we serve.Self-starter with a strong initiative and who takes pride in the work they perform on behalf of clients.Detail-oriented, able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Proficient in e-Filings, maintain docketing (calendar all court deadlines, depositions &Assist with preparing court notices, proof of service and completing case related documents.Proficiency in Microsoft Word (styles & tables), Excel, Power Point, Outlook and time entry software.Manage and organize documents in document management systems (ProLaw), electronic research tools and/or basic database skills.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent years of service.An ABA-approved paralegal certificate is also preferred.Minimum of 3-5 years of law firm experience in insurance defense litigation.Benefits:Hybrid Work Schedule; 3 days remote & 2 days on-siteEmployer Paid: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability InsuranceVacation, Personal Time off & Sick Time PayFSA Program401k Plan

Created: 2025-01-11