Legal Assistant

CDF Labor Law • Full-time • Remote (United States) • $36 - $47 / hour • 6d ago

Job Summary:

We are actively seeking an experienced Litigation/Legal Assistant to join our Legal Support team as evening support (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.) A collaborative and flexible work environment necessitates the ability to adapt to multiple roles, have attention to detail, and the ability to get along and work well with a fun and diverse team. The position is temporary full-time remote, with an in-office expectation for the first two weeks of training. In-person is an option, too, if the candidate prefers it. Our firm maintains a very flexible workplace approach. Work-Life balance is very important. Exact work location issues will be discussed and determined in the hiring process.

The ideal candidate must possess strong word processing skills, good technical skills, and be able to prioritize competing tasks. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively manage multiple assignments and requests daily. This individual will communicate frequently with courts, service providers, and clients. Strong communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

· Provide administrative support

· Handle communication with attorneys, courts, service providers, and clients

· Work on matters involving court-based litigation and disputes being resolved with various administrative agencies

· eFiling in both State and Federal courts.

· Calendaring, researching court rules/local rules/judge’s rules, and ability to cross-check calendaring using software such as Milana.

· Duties also may include the following tasks: travel arrangements, expense reports, entering attorney's timesheets, and other administrative and executive assistant type duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols

· 5+ years of prior experience as a Legal Assistant in a litigation environment preferred

· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook program

· Position requires critical thinking skills, strong written and verbal communication abilities, attention to detail, proof-reading skills, and ability to multi-task.

CDF 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!

About CDF

For 30 years, CDF has distinguished itself as one of the top employment, labor, and business immigration firms in California, representing employers in single-plaintiff and class/collective action lawsuits, and advising employers on related legal compliance and risk avoidance with offices strategically located in five locations throughout the state.

Commitment to Diversity

CDF is proud to have been listed in Law360’s Annual Diversity Report for four years in a row as one of “Best Law Firms for Women and Minority Attorneys” for mid-sized regional law firms. We are fully committed to supporting and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal profession, and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. CDF promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace.

Compensation range: $36 to $47 per hour, depending on experience

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $36.00 - $47.00 per hour

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