Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About us

We are a well-established criminal defense law firm committed to providing legal representation and personalized client service. We are seeking a highly organized, dependable, and professional Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in a fast-paced practice. Must be bilingual (English/Spanish) to serve our clients.

This position is ideal for someone with strong administrative experience who is interested in building a long-term career in the legal field. Previous experience in a law office is preferred, but candidates with relevant professional office experience and the ability to learn quickly are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for clients by phone, email, and in person.
• Schedule client consultations, court appearances, and attorney meetings.
• Draft, proofread, and prepare legal correspondence and other documents.
• Maintain electronic and physical client files with a high level of accuracy.
• Coordinate with courts, prosecutors' offices, law enforcement agencies, and other legal professionals.
• Monitor attorney calendars and ensure court deadlines and appointments are met.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation, discovery organization, and trial preparation.
• File legal documents electronically and maintain accurate case records.
• Perform general administrative duties to support the daily operation of the office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of professional administrative, legal assistant, or office experience required.
• Law firm experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work.
• Professional appearance, reliability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to exercise critical thinking and apply in making sound judgements for solutions on case by case scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a law office or legal environment.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, or case management software.
• Experience with electronic court filing (e-filing).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on qualifications and experience.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday to Friday
• 8-hour shift
• In-person

We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in producing high-quality work. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, communicating with clients, and supporting attorneys in meaningful legal work, we encourage you to apply.