Job description
We are seeking a legal assistant with a minimum of 3 years’ litigation experience in federal and state courts to work with several Shareholders in our Litigation Practice Group. We are specifically looking for a candidate who has experience in both federal and state court litigation, is meticulous, has attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work directly with clients.
Legal Assistant Duties
- General legal assistant duties, including managing various correspondence, agreements, contracts, pleadings, and discovery.
- Assist in creating, revising, proof reading and finalizing documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and discovery.
- Regular telephone contact, email, and direct interaction with clients.
- Maintain organized electronic files.
- Electronically file documents in State and federal courts.
- Communicate with court officers and opposing counsel on behalf of the attorney.
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings and appointments.
- Prepare expense reimbursements for attorneys and assist with other administrative tasks as needed.
We offer a collegial working environment, competitive salary, health insurance, participation in retirement plans (both employer and employee contribution plans), other benefits and growth opportunity. The Firm will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.
To apply, please e-mail resume and cover letter to career@lewitthackman.com with “Litigation/Corporate Legal Assistant” in the subject line.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,000.00 - $91,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Travel requirement:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you have State and Federal Litigation experience?
Experience:
- Legal Assistant: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person