Legal Assistant

About Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, we fight for people when it matters most – and we win. As one of the country’s premier plaintiff’s personal injury firms, we’ve secured some of the largest verdicts and settlements in U.S. history. We are a prestigious West Los Angeles personal injury trial law firm handling significant 7 and 8‑figure cases, and we’re looking for a skilled Legal Assistant ready to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented, high‑profile environment. What You’ll Do You will serve as an integral member of our litigation team, supporting attorneys from case intake through trial. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, takes pride in delivering meticulous legal support, and can manage a heavy caseload with strong organizational skills. Candidates must be able to handle a case from the filing of the Complaint all the way to trial. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include: Calendaring all case deadlines and events Formatting, proofreading, finalizing, serving, and filing legal documents, including Summons & Complaints, Motions, Briefs, Notices, and Subpoenas Interacting with clients to obtain information Preparing retainers, record authorizations, and record requests Providing a high level secretarial and administrative support Drafting correspondence Managing all case‑related documents Updating all case‑related data in Case Management program Coordinating travel arrangements and scheduling of meetings Requirements What We’re Looking For: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant working at a trial law firm performing the duties listed above Experience handling cases from intake and the filing of the Complaint through trial Strong working knowledge of the CCP, FRCP, and Evidence Code/Rules Excellent organizational and writing skills with exceptional attention to detail Demonstrated ability to manage a heavy caseload in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment Strong client rapport and communication skills Plaintiff’s litigation experience in California; resumes where litigation experience is not well documented will not be considered Must be authorized to work in the United States Preferred Spanish speaking Experience with Litify and/or Milana case management platforms Benefits We offer: Competitive hourly salary of $33.00 – $50.00/hr. ($68,640 – $104,000 per year) depending on experience Discretionary bonus eligibility Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing Disability insurance Paid parking Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr