What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Law Offices of Kaisheng Yang?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a keen understanding of legal procedures. This role is essential in supporting attorneys with various tasks related to case management, document preparation, and client communication. A background in areas such as personal injury law and litigation is highly desirable.
We are open to offering H-1b sponsorship for desirable candidates.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and contracts.
- Manage case files using document management systems such as iManage.
- Conduct legal research utilizing tools like Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw to support ongoing cases.
- Transcribe legal documents and correspondence accurately and efficiently.
- Organize and maintain files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.
- Coordinate project management tasks related to case deadlines and attorney schedules.
- Communicate with clients regarding case status and gather necessary information for ongoing matters.
- Support the team in various administrative tasks as needed.
Requirements
- No prior experience is required. But a similar experience is a plus.
- Must be able to speak English and Mandarin fluently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Join our team and contribute to impactful legal work while developing your career in the legal field!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Santa Ana, CA 92706 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22