Legal Assistant
About The Position
Patenaude & Felix, APC is hiring a Legal Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced litigation environment. The firm represents Fortune 500 companies in creditors' rights and banking litigation across multiple states and offers mentorship, structure, and support for employee growth. The role involves preparing legal correspondence and basic documents, filing and serving court documents, maintaining case files, coordinating calendars and deadlines, communicating with clients and courts, and assisting with discovery and document production. The position supports a high-volume caseload and requires accuracy, attention to detail, and consistent use of established procedures. This is a full-time, onsite position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check and drug test. Candidates may also be required to complete prescreening tests as part of the hiring process.
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
- Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must pass a background check 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; scan, copy, and enter data.
- 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.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Supportive team-centered work environment
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Paid time off
- Company holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
