Paralegal/Legal Secretary - Career Consulting Partners

Paralegal/Legal Secretary

Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a highly reputable firm out of South Bay that specializes in Labor Employment and Personal Injury cases. This is a fast-paced and rapidly growing trial and litigation law firm seeking a legal secretary with at least three years of Civil Litigation experience specific to Employment Law to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, proactive, detail-oriented, extremely organized, and able to work in an environment while managing multiple cases at a time. This is a full-time in-office position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week. A hybrid schedule is something that could be considered in the future.

Duties include:

• File and serve legal documents
• Client communication
• Organize and maintain case files
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
• Prepare and draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and subpoenas
• Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel to schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances
• Notice and object to depositions
• Calendar depositions, hearing dates, and all deadlines (pleadings, motions, discovery, etc.)
• Schedule court reporters and request transcripts
• Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Use case management software to keep cases organized and updated.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proficient in data entry and document management systems
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
• Ability to proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Experience with file management

Benefits:

• Medical | Dental | Vision | 401k
• Paid Time Off | Sick Leave 

Additional Info:

• Base Compensation: $60,000 - $85,000

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