What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Equity Legal LLP?
Our Vision: At Equity Legal, we're not just reshaping the legal landscape; we're forging a new path. By 2026, we aim to be the market leader in real estate legal services, integrating cutting-edge technology and innovative business models to deliver unparalleled service. We're committed to excellence, ethical practices, and creating a work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
The Opportunity: Join us as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal and be part of a team that's setting new standards in legal services. Your role will primarily focus on paralegal duties, with some aspects of legal assistance, in our dynamic real estate law domain. This position is ideal for those who thrive in an evolving environment and are eager to contribute to a vision of national reach and influence. This is currently a hybrid/remote position, but there are options to work out of our Chula Vista or La Jolla satellite offices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare legal documents and assist in case preparation and management, leveraging technology to optimize efficiency.
- Conduct legal research and draft correspondences under attorney guidance.
- Manage case files, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
- Support attorneys in litigation and real estate transactional matters.
- Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings, maintaining attorney calendars.
- Uphold the highest standards of client service, contributing to our seamless customer journey.
- Work within and eventually manage our second mortgage/lien negotiation practice group
Your Profile:
- Proven experience in a paralegal or legal assistant role (Minimum of 2-3 years), preferably in real estate law. Experience with foreclosure defense and/or estate planning is a plus
- Adept at multitasking and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment
- Tech-savvy, embracing digital tools for legal service delivery
- A proactive, self-motivated individual who aligns with our core values of client-focus, innovation, and integrity
- Keeping records of case management activities and updating the Firm’s case management system
- Researching statutes, case law, and other legal materials as required
- Drafting and revising legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and correspondence to comply with legal requirements
- Organizing and managing documents related to legal proceedings
- Drafting Transactional documents across various case types based upon existing templates
- Assisting attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and meetings
- Prepared to engage in a hybrid/remote working model.
Qualifications:
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Familiarity with legal software (Clio Manage experience is a plus) and Google (Gmail, Google Calendar, etc.)
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a law firm or other organization providing legal services
Why Join Equity Legal:
- Be part of a visionary journey towards expansion and cutting-edge real estate law service delivery.
- Engage in a flexible, rewarding work environment that encourages innovation and entrepreneurship.
- Contribute to a firm that values social responsibility, community engagement, and environmental sustainability
Compensation:
- $65,000-$85,000 based on experience
- Medical/Dental 401K with Matching option
Application Process: Equity Legal LLP offers an enticing competitive compensation package that includes excellent employee benefits and growth opportunities. If you have a strong desire to make a positive impact on our clients’ success, please submit your resume and a cover letter for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!
Salary : $60,000 - $85,000