Administrative Skills, Attorney, Calendar Management, Case Management, Detail Oriented, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, Mail Processing, Proofreading, Research Skills, Telephone Skills, Time Management
We are seeking a detail oriented Legal Assistant for an immediate need in Irvine, CA. This is a temp or temp to hire opportunity offering $38 to $45 per hour. The ideal candidate will support attorneys with both administrative and legal tasks while ensuring efficient case management and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents including pleadings, contracts, and correspondence
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines and court dates
- Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings for attorney review
- Maintain and organize case files in both physical and electronic formats
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits, briefs, and witness coordination
- Handle administrative duties such as answering phones, managing mail, and filing
Qualifications
- Prior experience as a legal assistant or in a law firm environment preferred