Legal Assistant/Admin

Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Admin to join our dynamic legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support various legal functions, manage administrative tasks, and contribute to the efficient operation of our law office. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid understanding of probate and trust litigation. This paid position is perfect for someone eager to develop their legal and administrative experience while supporting attorneys in this office.

Duties

• Assist with processing legal documents by proofreading and formatting documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, trial briefs, and subpoenas, as well as drafting correspondence and related documents;
• Provide legal research and document review, including e-discovery;
• Maintain calendaring, deadlines, and filing documents with courts (e-filing);
• Manage case workflow and case files through document management systems including MS Word, Dropbox, Clio, and WordPerfect, through word processing;
• Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, trial briefs, and subpoenas with precision and clarity;
• Understanding of court filing procedures in Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, and other counties;
• Review and organize legal documents for Probate or Estate case preparation while maintaining strict confidentiality;
• Coordinate communication with clients, courts, vendors, and others with professionalism and courtesy; and
• Assist and backup of Administrative duties such as, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.

Experience

• Associate’s degree. Bachelor’s degree and specialized legal education preferred.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orinda, CA 94563