Legal Assistant
About The Position
Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S. News in their list of “Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms,” is seeking a Legal Assistant with 3+ years of litigation experience. Our San Francisco Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self-starter to join our growing team! Job Description: The desired Legal Assistant will provide support to attorneys, by engaging in the following tasks: Assist with complex document production, drafting pleadings, discovery and correspondence Create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities Prepare court filings and file with various courts (traditional and e-filings) Communicate with court staff regarding various issues Handle outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys Prepare Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines Schedule Depositions, Mediations, as well as handling all calendaring for assigned attorneys Scan and uploads documents to the document management system and creates templates for new files Answer telephones taking detailed messages. At request of attorneys, provide follow-up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others
Requirements
- 3+ years of litigation experience
- Exceptional writing, communication, and organization skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy and knowledge of legal terminology
Responsibilities
- Assist with complex document production, drafting pleadings, discovery and correspondence
- Create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities
- Prepare court filings and file with various courts (traditional and e-filings)
- Communicate with court staff regarding various issues
- Handle outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys
- Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys
- Prepare Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines
- Schedule Depositions, Mediations, as well as handling all calendaring for assigned attorneys
- Scan and uploads documents to the document management system and creates templates for new files
- Answer telephones taking detailed messages
- At request of attorneys, provide follow-up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others
Benefits
- Competitive salary & growth opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits packages (Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Plans)
- Firm paid Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD
- Professional team-oriented environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
