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Maynard Nexsen

Paralegal and Legal Practice Assistant Hybrid

Maynard Nexsen, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Summary:

This Paralegal and Legal Practice Assistant hybrid position will be responsible for litigation administrative support and case management.

Essential Job Functions:Formatting briefs, pleadings, and other legal documentsFiling briefs, pleadings, and other legal documentsCorresponding with clientsPreparing basic form filings and similar legal documentsPerforming administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, etc.)Maintaining pleadings and discovery indexesOrganizing exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices

Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organizationCompetent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, and meet short deadlines, with the ability to follow through and follow up on assigned tasks with limited supervisionAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and OutlookThompson’s Serengeti Tracker software experienceProficiency in Compulaw calendaring programProficiency in Pacer and court e-filing programsRetain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem-solvingExceptional verbal and written communication skillsAbility to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentialityExperience e-filing in state and federal court

Educational And Experience Requirements:High School diplomaPrior litigation experience required (state and federal)Paralegal associate's degree or other relevant certification preferredIdeal candidate would also have some legal assistant skills/experience (e.g., formatting briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents, filing briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents, calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, maintain pleadings and discovery indexes)

Work Environment And Physical Demands:Hybrid schedule with three days in the officeAbility to work extended hours when necessaryNormal office environment; no unusual physical demands

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