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Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.
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Dinsmore is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant at our Los Angeles, CA location to support our Business Restructuring practice group.
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Responsibilities
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<li>Drafting correspondence, editing and filing pleadings with state and federal courts, scheduling depositions, maintaining attorney calendars and files, making travel arrangements, creating and maintaining accurate expense reports and time entry, reviewing and editing of pre-bills, and other administrative duties as assigned</li>
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Requirements
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<li>Minimum of 3 years of experience with bankruptcy support</li>
<li>Strong experience calendaring deadlines</li>
<li>The ideal candidate will be highly skilled, detail oriented, and flexible</li>
<li>Working knowledge and understanding of bankruptcy processes and procedures</li>
<li>Filing/e-filing experience in state and federal courts, ECF, and Pacer</li>
<li>Experience using attorney timekeeping software and document management systems</li>
<li>Must have experience and proficiency using MS Office Suite</li>
<li>Strong experience editing complex Word documents</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple deadlines and ability to prioritize a busy workload</li>
<li>Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail</li>
<li>Possess strong organizational and time management skills</li>
<li>Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker</li>
<li>Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required</li>
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Salary
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<li>Up to 95k</li>
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Equal Opportunity Employer

Business Restructuring Legal Administrative Assistant

Mayer Brown LLP

<div>Overview:
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Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world&rsquo;s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.<br>
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We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm&rsquo;s client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.<br>
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If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Office Services department in our Los Angeles office, as an Assistant: Office Services.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Assistant: Office Services opens reception, manages reception desk and assists with day-to-day operations of firm, validating guest parking and communicating with building management regarding facilities issues.</div>
Responsibilities:
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Essential Functions:</b></p><ul><li>
Coordinates conference center and visiting attorney offices, including reserving rooms, gathering and relaying information to respective departments and confirming bookings. Prepare visiting attorney offices as needed</li><li>
Greets guests, vendors, job applicants and other visitors</li><li>
Directs guests to appropriate meeting rooms</li><li>
Offers assistance, information, refreshments and updates as needed to make the client&rsquo;s wait comfortable and pleasant</li><li>
Updates all lists and documents maintained on a monthly basis including lobby directory, conference room manual, update monthly printed directory and employee logon lists</li><li>
Coordinates interview meetings, new hire and visiting attorney process with Managers as needed
</li><li>In order to provide back up to the department, must maintain knowledge of audio-visual equipment including teleconference equipment, video conference equipment and TV/VCR along with knowledge of each conference room equipment ports</li><li>
Provides a daily summary of conference center activities for the catering department and review any special needs or setting specifications with catering, office services and IT support.</li><li>
Coordinates vendor repairs and maintenance, as needed</li><li>
Maintains database for access keycards, coordinate with building security for new and replacement access cards and manage temporary access cards</li><li>
Maintains validation inventory and purchase additional validations as needed. Send daily validation tally sheet with client and matter numbers to Chicago for processing</li><li>
Answers incoming calls on switchboard and ability to use paging system</li><li>
Assists with processing invoices for the department through Chrome River</li><li>
Orders flower arrangements for reception desk and milestone anniversaries and coordinate delivery</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Education/Training/Certifications:</b></p><ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED</li><li>
Prefer some college or College Degree.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Professional Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Prior experience working in a law firm not a prerequisite</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Technical Skills:
</b></p><ul><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Outlook, electronic calendars, conferencing software programs, and databases</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Performance Traits:
</b></p><ul><li>Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure</li><li>
Ability to operate office equipment (copiers, personal computer, printers, cost accounting system, and multi phone line, etc.)</li><li>
Ability to perceive and communicate accurate completion time estimates in projects and regular assigned responsibilities</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors</li><li>
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities</li><li>
Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative</li><li>
Strong customer service skills and able to anticipate needs</li><li>
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
</li><li>Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion</li><li>
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p></p><div><b><br>
Physical Requirements:
</b></div><ul><li>May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
The typical pay scale for this position is between $45,500 and $60,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate&rsquo;s education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.</div><div></div><div><br>
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.</div><div></div><div><br>
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&amp;D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.</div><div></div><div><br>
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email uslateralrecruiting@mayerbrown.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.</div><div></div><div><br>
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Assistant: Office Services

Los Angeles LGBT Center

<div><p>Position: Legal Assistant</p><p>
Reports to: Supervising Attorney</p><p>
Category: 100% Full-Time,</p><p>
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt</p><p><b>
SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
The Legal Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for clients, conducting bilingual intake interviews and maintaining ongoing communication throughout the life of each case. This position supports attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and drafting of documents while ensuring accurate and confidential file management. Responsibilities also include scheduling, coordinating translation and interpretation services, and providing culturally competent support and referrals to community resources as needed.</p><p><b>
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><p><b>
Client Intake &amp; Communication</b></p><ul><li> Serve as the first point of contact for clients, conducting intake interviews in English and Spanish</li><li> Gather and document essential case information with professionalism, empathy, and discretion</li><li> Maintain ongoing communication regarding case updates, required documentation, and next steps</li><li> Respond to incoming calls and follow up with clients to obtain requested information</li></ul><p><b>
Case Preparation &amp; Legal Support</b></p><ul><li> Assist attorneys with case preparation, including drafting letters, forms, declarations, and other legal documents</li><li> Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and filings</li><li> Apply knowledge of housing, immigration, or related legal matters to support form completion, evidence gathering, and case coordination</li></ul><p><b>
File &amp; Records Management</b></p><ul><li> Organize and maintain physical and electronic client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality</li><li> Track case milestones, deadlines, and required documentation</li></ul><p><b>
Scheduling &amp; Coordination</b></p><ul><li> Schedule consultations, hearings, and client meetings while managing calendars and deadlines</li><li> Coordinate translation and interpretation services, including translating client statements and supporting documents</li></ul><p>
Client Support &amp; Community Resources</p><ul><li> Provide culturally competent support to diverse clients, including individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and those navigating sensitive personal matters</li><li> Connect clients with appropriate community resources and referrals</li><li> Perform additional duties to support team and organizational needs</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p><b>
Required</b></p><ul><li> Minimum 3 years&rsquo; experience in office administration, administrative assistant, personal assistant, or similar work experience or equivalent education.</li><li> Fluency in both Spanish and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages</li><li> Prior work experience in a legal or social services, including client facing support experience.</li><li> Demonstrated ability to serve clients with compassion, cultural humility, and professionalism</li><li> Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment</li><li> Proficiency with office software (Microsoft Office, case management systems, etc.), ability to learn new software as needed</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred</b></p><ul><li> Experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and understanding of their unique legal and social service needs</li><li> Experience supporting housing law, immigration law, or related practice areas</li><li> Familiarity with community based organizations or advocacy work</li></ul><p><b>
Personal Attributes</b></p><ul><li> Warm, approachable, and able to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds</li><li> Highly reliable, detail oriented, and self motivated</li><li> Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with care</li><li> Strong team player with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and client centered service</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical condition, age, marital status, or veteran status.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Center requires that all staff working in Health Services clinical site locations receive the most up-to-date Influenza vaccinations and strongly recommends that staff also receive the latest COVID-19 vaccine. Staff not working at any of the Center&rsquo;s clinical sites are encouraged to receive the latest COVID-19 and Influenza vaccines but are not required to do so. For more information, please contact jobs@lalgbtcenter.org.</p></div><p></p>

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