Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation, Law Firm - Northern California
WSHB, a leading law firm in Northern California, is seeking a skilled and experienced legal assistant to join our team in Concord or Petaluma. This is a full-time position, requiring 2-5 years of experience in a law firm setting, preferably in insurance defense. The role is currently a hybrid model, with 2-3 days per week in the office and the rest remote. Candidates must live in the greater Contra Costa or Sonoma County areas.
Key Responsibilities:
• E-filing experience in California, both State and Federal court
• Familiarity with civil and arbitration procedures and filings
• Manage attorney's calendar and schedule meetings, depositions, mediations, teleconferences, and travel
• Communicate with outside law firms to schedule depositions and other meetings
• Proof and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, and prepare routine shell macros
• Prepare and file pleading and discovery documents while consulting with the attorney
• Open and close legal files
• Handle general correspondence with outside law firms, clients, and insurance carriers
• Organize and manage documents
• Record and track deadlines through docketing and calendar system
• Assist multiple attorneys with tasks and projects
• Assist with trial preparation
Requirements:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player mentality
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects
• Ability to work independently and multitask efficiently
• Professional and pleasant demeanor
• Time management skills to handle multiple tasks accurately and efficiently
• Knowledge of e-filing systems and eDockets
• High level of computer competency, including Microsoft Office Suite and iManage document file system
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday from 8:30 . to 5:00 .
Benefits:
• Competitive salary package with potential for bonuses
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible work from home policy
• Referral program
To apply, please email your resume to .
The law firm of WSHB is seeking a skilled legal assistant with at least 2-5 years of experience in civil litigation, particularly in insurance defense. This is a full-time position, with a hybrid model of in-office and remote work. The ideal candidate must reside in the greater Contra Costa or Sonoma County areas.
Key Skills and Responsibilities:
• Familiarity with e-filing in California, both State and Federal court
• Knowledge of civil and arbitration procedures and filings
• Ability to manage attorney's calendar and schedule meetings, depositions, mediations, teleconferences, and travel
• Communication with outside law firms to schedule depositions and other meetings
• Proofreading and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, and preparing routine shell macros
• Preparation and filing of pleading and discovery documents while consulting with the attorney
• Experience with opening and closing legal files
• General correspondence with outside law firms, clients, and insurance carriers
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage documents
• Record and track deadlines through docketing and calendar system
• Assist multiple attorneys with tasks and projects
• Trial preparation
Requirements:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player mentality
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects
• Ability to work independently and multitask efficiently
• Professional and pleasant demeanor
• Time management skills to handle multiple tasks accurately and efficiently
• Knowledge of e-filing systems and eDockets
• High level of computer competency, including Microsoft Office Suite and iManage document file system
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday from 8:30 . to 5:00 .
Benefits:
• Competitive salary package with potential for bonuses
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible work from home policy
• Referral program
To apply, please email your resume to .
H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant in Northern California
H2: Law Firm Seeking Experienced Legal Assistant for Civil Litigation Role
WSHB, a top law firm in Northern California, is looking for a skilled and experienced legal assistant to join our team. This full-time position requires 2-5 years of experience in a law firm setting, preferably in insurance defense. The role is currently a hybrid model, with 2-3 days per week in the office and the rest remote. Candidates must live in the greater Contra Costa or Sonoma County areas.
Key Responsibilities:
• E-filing experience in California, both State and Federal court
• Familiarity with civil and arbitration procedures and filings
• Manage attorney's calendar and schedule meetings, depositions, mediations, teleconferences, and travel
• Communicate with outside law firms to schedule depositions and other meetings
• Proof and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, and prepare routine shell macros
• Prepare and file pleading and discovery documents while consulting with the attorney
• Open and close legal files
• Handle general correspondence with outside law firms, clients, and insurance carriers
• Organize and manage documents
• Record and track deadlines through docketing and calendar system
• Assist multiple attorneys with tasks and projects
• Assist with trial preparation
Requirements:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player mentality
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize
