Remote Legal Assistant
About The Position
CDF is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our support team. This position represents a great opportunity for a detail-oriented person to be the point person on managing litigation cases for their attorneys from start to conclusion. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional word processing skills, have strong technical, written and verbal communication skills and be able to prioritize competing tasks with poise and professionalism. The Legal Assistant will provide overflow support to all five of CDF's offices. This position reports to the Director of Legal Operations and the Irvine Office Managing Partner.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Litigation/Legal Assistant in a litigation environment.
- Experience in calendaring, researching court rules/local rules/judge's rules, and ability to cross-check calendaring using software such as eDockets, Milana or Compulaw.
- Experience with eFiling in both State and Federal courts; including but not limited to creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting and Bates stamping.
- Critical thinking skills, attention to detail, proof-reading skills, and ability to multi-task.
- Proficient in MS Office 365 Programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Nice To Haves
- Labor and employment experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
- Some college coursework is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Managing litigation cases for attorneys from start to conclusion.
- Providing overflow support to all five of CDF's offices.
- Calendaring, researching court rules/local rules/judge's rules, and ability to cross-check calendaring using software such as eDockets, Milana or Compulaw.
- eFiling in both State and Federal courts; including but not limited to creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting and Bates stamping.
- Travel arrangements, expense reports, entering attorney timesheets, and other administrative type duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and incentives
- Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending
- Firm paid benefits: EAP, Telemedicine, life insurance, STD, and LTD
- 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off and paid parental leave program
- Fun events and firm perks
- Business casual dress
- Annual Holiday event and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
