Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in La Jolla, CA at Golshani Lee LLP
The Litigation Paralegal will be the main support to the Litigation Attorneys. Candidates must have experience working on complex legal matters and managing large document production. Additionally, the candidate must have specific experience handling filings in both state and federal courts, maintaining client files, preparing medical chronologies, summarizing depositions, and providing administrative support as needed. Communication is key in this role and having an eye for detail is necessary as you are the one the Attorney is leaning on to help build each case. The ideal candidate will promote a positive work environment while being committed to the success of the firm’s clients.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide customer service to clients daily
Managing high volume personal injury caseloads through the litigation process
Utilization of state and federal online court systems for electronic filings
Constant and consistent client contact via phone calls, emails, and scheduled office meetings
Draft and submit letters of representation for various Insurance types
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court clerks, insurance companies and lien resolution
Maintain client files – reviewing, organization and summarizing all case related documents
Assist with trial preparation including drafting jury instructions, deposition designations, witness, and exhibit lists
Update and maintain calendars of hearings, depositions, mediations, and scheduling orders/case management deadlines
Arrange for service of process with sheriffs & private process servers
Answering overflow telephone calls
Our Ideal Candidate is:
Able to excel in a fast-paced environment
Exceptionally organized and can efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks daily
Committed to providing superb responsive and compassionate client service
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs – Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook, etc.
Talented and eager to learn new programs and software
Well versed in data entry accuracy and highly meticulous
Ability to work with others and in a team environment
Employee Perks:
Benefits package – Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
Work/Life balance
Stability – Become an integral member of an energetic team in a growing law firm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $46,271.79 – $55,725.17 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Kansas City, MO 64111 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Kansas City, MO 64111: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Golshani Lee LLP
Location: La Jolla, CA
