Legal Assistant

About the Position

A boutique civil litigation firm in Sacramento is looking for a Legal Assistant with California-based civil litigation and calendaring experience. The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years or more of legal office experience, including civil litigation, secretarial, and legal calendaring. We are looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and adaptable. Reliable transportation and a CDL are a must.

Why choose our Team?

York Law Firm specializes in handling wrongful death and elder abuse cases on behalf of victims and families. Join our team at York Law Firm and be a catalyst for transformative change in people's lives, and make a difference by getting justice for injured and abused seniors and families. Your commitment to compassionate and quality representation will contribute to securing justice, accountability, and closure for our clients swiftly and efficiently within the legal system.

Recognizing the significance of each team member's contribution, we invite motivated individuals to join us on this mission. As a Legal Assistant, you will have the opportunity to assist our legal team in ensuring deadlines are met and be committed to quality for both our clients and our firm.

Responsibilities

• Review of all daily incoming mail, emails, and faxes for calendaring and handling
• File legal documents with the courts
• Checking of tentative rulings
• Arrange for court calls, Zoom appearances, client conference calls, etc.
• Assist attorneys with state and federal electronic and hardcopy filings
• Assist with the service of all filed pleadings
• Prepare legal correspondence and legal documents
• Prepare briefs and other legal documents for filing, including proofreading, cite checking, compiling exhibits and appendices, formatting documents according to local rules, and filing documents
• Review documents to be filed for form and procedural compliance
• Research and guide the team about updated applicable filing procedures with vendors and court filing portals
• Knowledge of California Rules of Court and County Court rules related to civil cases
• Checking and tracking discovery and legal deadlines with necessary follow-up

About the Person

The ideal candidate for this position has experience in California-based civil litigation and should possess a keen attention to detail and organizational skills, placing a strong emphasis on accuracy and quality. Demonstrating excellent judgment and discretion, the individual should also be a quick learner with the ability to efficiently manage time and coordinate multiple tasks concurrently. A commitment to follow through and ensure the completion of tasks is crucial for success in this role. We are a large family and very close to one another. Our office is a positive environment that works hard and is fast-paced. A good sense of humor and a flexible attitude do well here. A successful candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities:

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years prior law firm experience as a legal admin or legal secretary with calendaring software experience required. California-based civil litigation experience is required.
• Graduation from high school or GED; some college or business school is preferred
• Knowledge of California and Federal civil court rules, including California Code of Civil Procedure, California Rules of Court, and local court rules.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and court-related systems (e.g., PACER and state court systems)
• Knowledge and experience with legal calendaring systems
• Knowledge and experience with Legal Case Management Systems
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, good team player
• Knowledge of legal formatting rules for civil cases, civil procedures, and legal terminology

Pay: DOE $28.85-$33.65 (paid hourly, non-exempt)

Work Remotely

• No

Work Location: In person

Education:

• Graduation from high school or GED; some college or business school is preferred

Experience:

• Microsoft Office Software: 5 years
• Experience in civil litigation that is California-based: 3 years (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) - after one year of employment
• Dental Insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance

As a part of our hiring process and in accordance with applicable laws, York Law Firm will conduct a lawful background check after a conditional offer of employment is made. This background check may include verification of employment history, education, professional licenses and references. For roles where legally permissible, consumer credit report and/or driving record may also be reviewed