Boutique law firm in Newport Beach is seeking a legal assistant for immediate hire with minimum 2 experience in civil litigation. The legal assistant will be assisting attorneys and a senior paralegal. Salary is commensurate with experience. Full benefits included.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
Experience with filing and service of pleadings with state and federal courts.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Willingness and ability to learn and perform new tasks, as needed.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including evidenced ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization, including attorneys, courts, and outside counsel.
Strong analytical, drafting and proofreading skills. Attention to detail is critical.
Willingness to ask questions and to seek information needed to complete projects and tasks.
Evidenced ability to work independently and to work on several projects simultaneously.
Strong time management and project management skills, including ability to adhere to strict project deadlines, while being flexible as necessary in response to changes and delays.
Self-motivated and works well in a team environment.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years' experience as a legal assistant/paralegal.
Paralegal certificate a plus.
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