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Legal Practice Assistant

Everstaff
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a well-established and dynamic law firm located in Oakland, CA, is seeking a highly organized and proactive Legal Practice Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to support a team of legal professionals in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

As a Legal Practice Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the firm’s daily activities. You will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys and other legal staff, assisting with case preparation, managing client files, and handling legal documents. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Hybrid schedule

Salary : $104 - $110k

Key Responsibilities :

  • Drafting, proofreading, and formatting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and contracts
  • Maintaining and organizing client files, both physical and electronic
  • Managing attorneys' calendars and scheduling appointments, hearings, and meetings
  • Preparing and filing legal documents with courts, administrative agencies, and other entities
  • Communicating with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other legal professionals
  • Assisting with discovery, including document management and organizing case materials
  • Conducting legal research as needed
  • Assisting with billing and timekeeping for attorneys
  • Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Qualifications :

  • 5 years of experience in a legal assistant or legal administrative ro
  • Knowledge in construction or real estate law.
  • Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document preparation
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software (e.g., Clio, LexisNexis)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Familiarity with California state and federal court procedures is a plus
  • Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certification
  • Benefits :

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Qualified candidates, please submit your resume for immediate considetation!

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other protected status under the law. EverStaff is an equal opportunity employer (M / F / D / V / SO / GI).

    Salary : $104,000 - $110,000

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