Legal Assistants - Walnut Creek (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)

Job Description

Job Description

Legal Assistants – Walnut Creek (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)

About the Role

Arias Sanguinetti | Trial Lawyers are hiring Legal Assistants for three open positions in Los Angeles office: our complex cases team and our two other trial teams. The Legal Assistant will assist attorneys in the areas with organizing internal files, saving mail and electronic documents, managing the team's calendar and deadlines, new file/client set up, records retrieval, filing and serving documents, court communications, and legal document preparation.

Qualifications

• Legal Document Preparation and Document Review skills
• Legal Research skills
• Pleadings and Motions drafting skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Team Deadline and Calendar Management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in legal studies or related field
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of Litigation experience as a legal assistant

Benefits and Compensation

• $28 - $30/hour DOE
• Employer currently pays 100% of employee medical and dental premiums (choice of PPO or HMO).
• Paid Vacation and Sick.
• Holidays, 401(k), Cash Pension Plan, Paid Parking, Free Onsite Gym and Wellness Classes in Los Angeles.
• 1 day WFH per week.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Primarily works in a standard office environment with typical conditions and equipment.
• Frequently sits or stands for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks and attending meetings.
• Regular use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment.
• Occasional lifting or carrying of office supplies or equipment up to 20 pounds.
• Work environment is fast-paced and may involve multitasking and frequent interruptions while maintaining confidentiality and professional decorum.