Legal Assistant
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About The Position
O'Hagan Meyer LLC, a reputable litigation law firm, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Legal Assistant/Office Coordinator to join our Sacramento, CA office. This full-time position is ideal for candidates who possess a minimum of three years of experience in the legal field, particularly in California litigation, Labor Employment, and Medical Malpractice law. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys and ensuring the smooth operation of the office. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are essential to the functioning of the firm. Key duties include drafting correspondence, editing, and filing pleadings with both State and Federal courts. The role also involves scheduling depositions, maintaining files, arranging travel, preparing expense reports, entering time, and managing attorney calendars. In addition to these responsibilities, the Legal Assistant will oversee front desk operations and daily office functions, which include handling daily mail, managing Federal Express shipments, monitoring and ordering office supplies, setting up the office, performing light reception duties, liaising with building management and security, submitting work orders, and completing miscellaneous administrative tasks as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of State and Federal court rules and procedures, along with excellent computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Proficiency in formatting briefs and generating Tables of Contents and Authorities in Word is essential. Experience with Adobe Acrobat is required, and familiarity with iManage is a plus. Strong oral and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team are critical for success in this role. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with the possibility of some overtime, and offers a competitive salary based on experience along with an exceptional benefits package.
