What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at AppleOne?
This position plays a critical role in supporting our litigation team by providing essential legal and administrative support. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and results-oriented individual with strong organizational and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
Assist attorneys with case preparation, including document review, witness interviews, and trial preparation.
Manage case files, deadlines, and court appearances.
Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
Provide excellent customer service to clients and maintain strong client relationships.
Proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of litigation experience required.
Experience in collections-related litigation is preferred but not required.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent customer service and follow-up skills.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Quarterly performance-based bonuses.
Laid-back and casual work environment.
Collaborative team atmosphere.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.
The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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