Overview
Legal Administrative Assistant Jobs in Menifee, CA at Najera Law Group APC
Summary
As a Huron Law Group Case Manager, you will oversee the life cycle of Full-Service lawsuits. You are responsible for reviewing and drafting the initial response to a lawsuit, including filing the answer. Additionally, you will oversee all post-filing litigation work, including communication with Opposing Counsels, Courts, and Attorneys. You will work with the attorneys on settlement reviews and approval between all involved parties. Also, you are responsible for coordinating any hearings or other court appearances with the BLP Network attorney and an Appearance Attorney. Additionally, you will facilitate the review, sign-off, and completion of any case-related settlement documents. Attention to detail and ownership of your cases will be imperative to your success. Critical thinking, reasoning, analyzing, and research skills are all a must in this role.
Full Time Remote Role
Full time; $20.00 per hour; Weekly pay
Schedule – Mon-Fri
9:00am – 5:30pm EST
Responsibilities
Critically review legal documents, including Summons & Complaints, Appearance forms, Discovery, and Settlement Agreements
Prepare legal documents in accordance with company, local, and state guidelines.
File documents, adhering to court-specific rules using efiling, email, or mailing methods.
Update CRM software with all relevant case information.
Oversee significant caseload volume to ensure all deadlines are met.
Maintain all case updates, communications, and oversight.
Complete case follow-up tasks timely and accurately
Communicate in a professional and pleasant manner to maintain positive relationships across all partnerships.
Assist with settlement approvals and ensure all communications are sent to the appropriate parties.
Coordinate preparations for hearings or other court appearances between the Huron Law Group Network attorney and an Appearance Attorney
Timely and effective follow-through on all matters regarding assigned cases
Qualification
Required
Legal case management experience
Paralegal certification, similar legal services degree, or 3+ years of paralegal experience
Proactive in finding solutions while also using discernment when a supervisor needs looped-in
Pattern of meeting or exceeding minimum productivity requirements
Experience drafting and reviewing legal documents
Demonstrates ownership of work and maintains excellent quality standards
Ability to communicate both verbally and in written format at a high level
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Above average skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook and general knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Excel
PREFERRED
Experience Efiling in multiple jurisdictions
Minimum of 5 Years of experience in legal case management, with experience working cases through the complete case file
Familiarity with navigating court websites and court records searches
Comfortable with ambiguity and evolving practices
Familiarity with reading court documents and drafting documents for court submissions
Work with a high volume of documents daily and maintain digital organization
Ability to work independently as well as with a team and multi-task on time-sensitive projects
Familiarity with case management software and navigating multiple screens
Effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to attorneys, courts, and other employees of the organization.
This Role Might Be for You If…
You are ACCOUNTABLE for your own cases and need minimal supervision.
You display TEAMWORK in doing what it takes to get the job done.
You are ADAPTABLE to the ever-changing work environment.
You are DRIVEN to provide the best experience for our clients.
You bring a positive ATTITUDE to work every day.
You truly CARE about the clients you serve.
BENEFITS
Pension/401k Package
Fully Remote
Medical Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Long Term and Short Team Disability
Life Insurance
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Title: Legal Administrative Assistant
Company: Najera Law Group APC
Location: Menifee, CA
