Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Houston, TX at J&A
Job Summary:
Our Sacramento office is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to be an integral part of our dynamic Legal team. This position represents a great opportunity for a detail-oriented person to be the point person on managing litigation cases for their attorneys from start to conclusion. The ideal candidate must possess exceptional word processing skills, have strong technical, written and verbal communication skills and be able to prioritize competing tasks with poise and professionalism. The Legal Assistant will provide support to 3 attorneys desks. This position reports to the Director of Legal Operations and Co-Office Managing Partner.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, with the option of working in the office, hybrid or remote. Days and hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 45 minute or one hour unpaid lunch period.
Qualifications:
· Must have 5+ years of experience as a Litigation/Legal Assistant in a litigation environment. Labor and employment experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
· Must have experience in calendaring, researching court rules/local rules/judge’s rules, and ability to cross-check calendaring using software such as eDockets, Milana or Compulaw.
· Must have experience with eFiling in both State and Federal courts; including but not limited to creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting and Bates stamping.
· Position requires critical thinking skills, attention to detail, proof-reading skills, and ability to multi-task.
· Must be proficient in MS Office 365 Programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
· Duties also include the following tasks: travel arrangements, expense reports, entering attorney timesheets, and other administrative type duties as assigned.
Education:
· High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college coursework is
preferred.
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 Labor Law LLP
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 action lawsuits, and advising employers on related legal compliance and risk avoidance with offices strategically located throughout the state.
Commitment to Diversity
CDF is proud to have been listed in Law360’s Annual Diversity Report for multiple years in a row as one of “Best Law Firms for Women and Minority Attorneys” in firms of similar size. 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.00 – $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Profit sharing
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Wellness program
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Sacramento, CA 95825: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Title: Legal Assistant
Company: J&A
Location: Houston, TX
