Job Description
Description
Boutique law firm has an immediate opening for an experienced Legal Assistant! This Legal Assistant will support multiple attorneys who practice business litigation and bankruptcy matters. As a Legal Assistant with this firm, you'll be responsible for managing various administrative and case-related tasks to ensure smooth operations. This position requires full-time on-site work in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will have 2-5+ years of legal assistant or legal secretary experience.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain attorneys' calendars, including scheduling meetings, court appearances, and deadlines.
- Handle client intake processes professionally and efficiently.
- Proofread and edit legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Coordinate and prepare court filings, including electronic submissions.
- Support case management activities, ensuring deadlines and documentation are monitored closely.
- Assist with business litigation matters, prioritizing tasks to meet high standards of accuracy.
- Provide support for bankruptcy-related cases as needed.
- Direct and manage incoming calls, ensuring proper routing and handling.
- Organize and maintain filing systems for both physical and electronic legal documents.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role.
- Proficiency in calendar management and scheduling for legal professionals.
- Strong knowledge of business litigation processes and procedures is preferred.
- Familiarity with bankruptcy cases is a plus.
- Exceptional proofreading skills with keen attention to detail.
- Experience in managing court filings, both physical and electronic.
- Ability to handle client intake with professionalism and discretion.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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