File Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Work where you personally know the managing attorney and have daily interaction with the clients we serve. There is room for advancement for the right candidate, so we are seeking employees who are committed to growing with the firm and who believe in longevity in their positions. The culture in our firm is important to our staff and clients — we need team players who are prepared to work hard to fight for the rights of others.

The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, have high energy, and be ready to dive right in. This is a fast-paced firm that requires relentless, tenacious, reliable, and organized employees.

$18 - $22 hourly

• Create new case files and ensure that the files (electronic and physical) remain organized and updated
• Scan and upload documents to the firm's case management system
• Interact with the clients, courts, and administrative agencies daily
• File and serve documents (in person, electronically, or by mail) and submit proofs of service
• Maintain the office calendar and schedule appointments
• Answer incoming calls and place outgoing calls to clients, potential new clients, and various agencies
• Show up on time with a positive attitude 
• Quickly move tasks through the pipeline
• Assist with storage management
• Properly handle file retention (physically and electronically) once cases are closed
• Assist with all administrative tasks in the office as needed

• To be a key player on the team, you must be dependable, punctual, computer literate, a fast typist, and have a great attitude
• You must have excellent communication skills and pay attention to detail
• You must complete projects within the assigned deadlines
• Exhibit the highest level of dependability when it comes to tracking and meeting deadlines
• The ideal candidate must be proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Lexis Nexis, and Mac Operating Systems
• Experience with online case management systems or client relationship management systems is preferred
• This position requires a high school diploma 
• This position requires a valid CA driver’s license and the possession of a motor vehicle 

At The Nieves Law Firm, APC, we take the criminal out of criminal defense.

Driven by integrity and an unrelenting commitment to success, our mission is to deliver superior results by combining bold strategies, careful preparation, and transparent communication. We help clients protect their reputation, navigate the legal system, and move forward with confidence. Our firm has been named one of the fastest-growing law firms in the nation by the Law Firm 500 and one of the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the nation by Inc. 5000. Our Founder has been recognized by Super Lawyers every year since 2016.

We believe it requires DRIVE to succeed:

Domination. Resilience. Integrity. Victory. Excellence.

We are looking for attorneys who embody those values not only in court, but also in how they communicate, collaborate, prepare, and serve.