Description

A reputable Bay Area law firm is in search of Litigation Legal Assistant based in our Pleasanton office. The role primarily involves providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to attorneys and paralegals. The industry involved is legal, and the successful candidate will be expected to handle multiple functions such as document preparation, scheduling, client communication, and file management.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting, formatting, and editing various legal documents and administrative correspondence.

• Organizing and maintaining attorney calendars; scheduling conferences, meetings, court appearance dates, and discovery deadlines.

• Communicating effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties through phone, electronic communication, and written correspondence.

• Handling the creation, formatting, and filing of legal documents including Table of Contents and Table of Authorities in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts.

• Processing and reviewing invoices.

• Assisting in the organization of exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.

• Promptly opening and closing matters in accordance with firm policies and procedures.

• Maintaining client and administrative files in line with firm policies and procedures.

• Providing backup support to assigned team members and performing other duties as assigned.

• Utilizing strong skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, as well as proficiency in e-filing in State, Federal, and Appellate Courts.

Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role.

• Proficiency in Calendar Management.

• Strong Communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Experience in creating Tables of Contents (TOC).

• Previous Civil Litigation Experience is a necessity.

• Proficient in managing Electronic Files.

• Ability to prepare Table of Authorities (TOA).

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