Legal Secretary

The Law Offices of Christian Schank and Associates, APC. • Riverside, CA, US

Posted 3 hours ago

Description

We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant/file clerk for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents and handle office correspondence, such as answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Maintain physical and digital client files up to date and prepped for court hearings

Schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, make travel arrangements, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently
Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary
Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys and paralegals
Use daily time records to properly process client billing with support from the accounting department
Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate’s degree is a plus
Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products
Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position
Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary
Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

$19 - $21 hourly

About The Law Offices of Christian Schank and Associates, APC.

We are an established and reputable Family Law Firm with several offices across California. Our years of experience, wide array of resources and staff, and reputable standing in the area make us stand out from other firms in the area.