Overview
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division) Jobs in Fresno, CA at US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Law office specializing in personal injury is hiring a Litigation Legal Assistant to provide support to the litigation team to ensure that the goals and standards of the litigation department and firm are met. The firm is looking for a candidate who wants to work helping injured victims achieve justice. Candidates should be familiar with the Civil Procedure Rules, Court Rules of Nevada, statutes, and deadlines. This position comes with generous benefits which include PTO and fully paid healthcare for the employee.
As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for:
Managing / archiving correspondence between attorney and clients
Organizing and maintaining electronic files
Recording client preferences, managing client accounts, and requests
Maintaining attorney calendars
Providing proactive and advanced legal support
Translating for attorney for Spanish speaking clients
Extensive client communication on appointment reminders, case status updates, answering questions / concerns, etc.
Meeting with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects
Drafting legal documents including, but not limited to, correspondence, routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, interrogatories, and other legal documents for attorney review
Handling of incoming mail for the litigation department
Prioritizing activities and workflow; routinely monitoring reports and messages to ensure tasks are completed in a timely and accurate manner
Developing and maintaining strong working relationships
Maintaining excellent verbal and written communications internally and externally
Assisting attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings
Other duties as assigned
What you need to be successful in this position:
High attention to detail, be proactive, and self-motivated
The ability to follow instructions and work independently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
An understanding of legal language and principles
Proficiency in technology use including software
The ability to interpret and analyze relevant information
The ability to maximize the value of every customer touch point
The ability to maintain confidentiality
Advanced interpersonal skills
The ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
Bilingual in English / Spanish (Required)
Experience:
Personal Injury: 2+ years (Required)
Needles Case Management Software: 6 months (Required)
Language:
Bilingual English / Spanish (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 – $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work from home
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Personal Injury: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division)
Company: US Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Location: Fresno, CA
