What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager/Legal Assistant position at Law Office of Cristobal Galindo?
Job Summary
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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to attorneys in various legal matters, ensuring efficient case management and administrative operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of legal terminology, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Responsibilities
- Responsibilities will include drafting correspondence and pleadings, calendaring, analyzing, and summarizing documents, preparing discovery requests and responses, deposition notices, utilizing document management and client management software systems
- Assist attorneys with legal research and case preparation, including data entry and document management.
- Maintain organized files for ongoing cases, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.
- Utilize legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis to gather relevant case law and statutes.
Skills
- Proficiency in data entry with a high level of accuracy.
- Strong executive administrative support skills with a focus on organization and time management.
- Familiarity with Lexis-Nexis or similar legal research databases is preferred.
- Must be a team player
- Excellent organizational skills and experience with a high-volume litigation practice
- Experience in legal case management processes
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18