What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant/Paralegal position at Anderson Franco Law?
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of various areas of law, including personal injury, environmental, patent, and securities law. This role is essential in supporting attorneys with their case management and ensuring smooth operations within the office.
Duties
- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, including contracts and briefs.
- Transcribe legal documents and correspondence accurately.
- Manage case files and maintain organized records for easy retrieval.
- Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw to support case preparation.
- Communicate effectively with clients via phone, ensuring professional phone etiquette.
- Coordinate project management tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
- Assist in the preparation of trial materials and exhibits.
- Support attorneys in various areas of law, including personal injury, environmental law, patent law, and securities law.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a legal environment.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures related to personal injury, environmental law, patent law, and securities law is preferred.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent transcription skills with attention to detail.
- Proficient in using legal research tools such as Westlaw.
- Strong communication skills with an emphasis on phone etiquette.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
If you are passionate about the legal field and eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- San Francisco, CA 94111 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Francisco, CA 94111: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35