Legal Assistant

Patenaude & Felix, APC•Los Angeles, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Patenaude & Felix, APC is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys, paralegals, and the legal team in a fast-paced litigation environment. The firm practices creditors’ rights and banking litigation and represents Fortune 500 companies across multiple states. The role is full-time, onsite, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Candidates may be required to complete prescreening tests as part of the hiring process, and must pass a background and drug test.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must pass a background and drug test.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of legal assistant or administrative legal experience preferred.
Experience with California court systems and e-filing is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and paralegals.
Draft, proofread, and format legal correspondence and basic documents.
File and serve legal documents, including e-filing with California courts.
Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files.
Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, and track deadlines.
Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal staff.
Prepare and process outgoing mail, scanning, copying, and data entry.
Assist with discovery preparation and document production.
Support high-volume caseloads while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Follow established procedures consistently and effectively.
Use Microsoft Office and law office software proficiently.