What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Law Office of Angela Jae Chun?
Company Description
The Law Office of Angela Jae Chun is a premier law firm in San Diego, CA, dedicated to providing quality and ethical legal representation to individuals who have suffered injury or loss. With deep courtroom experience in both state and federal courts, we fight hard to obtain justice for our clients. Our firm specializes in representing individuals against major corporate defendants and collaborates with other attorneys on mass tort wildfire and consumer violation cases.
Role Description
This is a part-time, on-site role for a Legal Assistant at the Law Office of Angela Jae Chun.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, organize, and manage legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials
- Assist in maintaining case files, calendars, and deadlines
- Coordinate with clients, medical providers, and insurance companies
- Draft letters, legal documents, and simple pleadings
- Conduct basic legal research as needed
- Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials
- Provide general administrative support, including filing, data entry, and managing phone calls
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role, preferably in personal injury law
- Legal Document Preparation and Administrative Assistance skills
- Strong communication skills
- Experience in legal settings
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Proficiency in MS Office and legal software
- Associate degree in Legal Studies or related field
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a small office setting
Compensation:
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Opportunity for growth within the firm