Paralegal/Legal Assistant

We are looking for a self-motivated legal assistant/paralegal to ensure the smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Assist with handling cases from intake to trial and all stages of pre-litigation to litigation
• Provide administrative support to the lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses, insurance company representatives, etc.
• Administratively support and attend trials
• Prepare drafts for incoming and outgoing discovery
• Assistance with settlement offer writing
• Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Locate and develop case-relevant information
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls from clients
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars

Preferred Skills

• English-Spanish bilingual speaker preferred
• Proven working experience as legal assistant, paralegal, or legal secretary
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and the court system
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
• Legal Assistant certification or diploma

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Relocate:

• Stockton, CA 95203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person