Overview
Legal Assistant (Part-Time to Full-Time) – Corporate, Business & Immigration Law Jobs in Diamond Bar, CA at Kayes & Associates
About Us
We are a growing boutique law firm representing entrepreneurs, startups, closely held businesses, and international companies. Our practice focuses on corporate law, commercial transactions, employment, business disputes, real estate, and U.S. immigration matters for businesses and professionals.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. This assistant offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of legal practice, including research, drafting, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in law and a desire to learn about the functions of the Law Firm Daily Activities and Office Duties. This role is perfect for individuals looking to enhance their legal skills while contributing to meaningful projects.
What You’ll Do
You will work directly under the supervision of attorney on a broad range of legal matters, including:
- Assist lawyers in contacting and receiving clients.
- Communicate with clients by email or phone.
- Follow up on case progress.
- Organize case files.
- Draft legal documents in English.
- Search for relevant laws and regulations.
- Fill out English application forms.
This role provides substantial client contact and hands-on responsibility from day one.
Qualifications
Required
- Recently graduated from a law school or paralegal program.
- Strong writing skills with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
- Excellent analytical skills, with keen attention to detail when reviewing case materials.
- Prior experience in a legal setting or coursework with Immigration Law, Business Law, and Labor Law is a plus but not required.
- Have permission to work in the United States.
- Fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English bilingual skills (speaking/reading/writing).
- Proficient in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and other computer software.
- Work seriously and methodically, pay attention to details; can handle multiple work tasks at the same time.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects.
Preferred
- 0–3 years of legal experience.
- Interest in corporate, commercial, employment, and business immigration law.
- Experience with legal drafting and client communications.
Work Authorization
We welcome qualified candidates requiring future employment sponsorship.
The firm is willing to consider employment-based work sponsorship for exceptional candidates, subject to qualifications and business needs.
Why Join Our Firm?
- Direct mentorship from experienced attorneys.
- Broad exposure to sophisticated corporate and business matters.
- Significant client interaction and practical experience.
- Opportunity to develop expertise across multiple practice areas.
- Clear path from part-time to full-time employment.
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment with long-term growth opportunities.
To Apply
Please submit:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Law school transcript (optional but preferred for recent graduates)
- Writing sample
in both Chinese and English to [email protected], indicating your full name and the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Pay: $18.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant (Part-Time to Full-Time) – Corporate, Business & Immigration Law
Company: Kayes & Associates
Location: Diamond Bar, CA
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