Bilingual Legal Assistant

Position Summary

The Legal Assistant performs a broad range of secretarial, administrative, and clerical support duties for one or more attorneys and paralegals. The assistant organizes and maintains all files, calendars/scheduling, and other correspondence relating to litigation and administrative matters under direct supervision of attorneys.

• Mailing, faxing, or arranging for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials
• Receiving and placing telephone calls; scheduling and making appointments
• Assisting with office administrative duties by making photocopies of correspondences, documents, and other printed matters
• Organizing, updating and maintaining documents and case files
• Assisting attorneys in collecting information relevant to cases
• Performing other work‑related duties as assigned
• Communicating with clients regarding status of cases, requests for information, documents and updating clients’ contact information
• Preparing templates for office use
• Preparing and processing invoices and check requests
• Calibrating statute of limitations deadlines
• Assisting paralegals in discovery responses when needed

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s Degree or Legal Assistant Certificate preferred
• Fluent Spanish speaker

• Knowledge of legal terminology and legal document management (e.g., briefs, summonses, complaints, motions, pleadings and discovery)
• Knowledge of federal and state court rules and e‑filing procedures
• Familiarity with litigation management software systems preferred
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
• Effective oral and written communication skills with correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation usage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint; ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, and computer; proficient with internet research
• Previous calendaring experience
• Ability to multi‑task and manage time effectively
• Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail
• Ability to be flexible to adapt and act quickly when urgent matters require it
• Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Entry level

Full‑time

Legal

Legal Services