Executive Assistant to Founding Trial Attorney

Executive Assistant to Founding Trial Attorney AlderLaw, PC - 2.7 Valley Village, CA Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $85,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Assistance experience within legal industry Customer communication Confidential information handling Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Business travel arrangements Slack Executive administrative support Legal document sorting and filing Personal injury law Legal administrative experience Collaborative technology platforms SharePoint Law office Managing executive calendars Full Job Description About the

Role:

We are seeking a highly organized, polished, and proactive Executive Assistant to support Mike Alder, Founding Trial Attorney. This role is critical in ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, with a strong focus on complex calendar management, high-level travel coordination, and executive support. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, exercises exceptional discretion, and can anticipate needs before they arise. Given the nature of trial work, this role requires flexibility, responsiveness, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities Executive Support:

Manage and maintain a highly dynamic and complex calendar, including court dates, trial schedules, client meetings, and internal leadership meetings Coordinate domestic and international travel, including last-minute and multi-leg itineraries Serve as a gatekeeper and liaison between Mike Alder and internal/external stakeholders Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively resolve issues

Legal & Administrative Support:

Assist with preparation, handling, and organization of sensitive legal documents Support trial preparation logistics as needed Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all firm and client matters Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and track follow-ups

Communication & Representation:

Professionally represent the firm in all communications Respond to executive inquiries in a timely and polished manner Interface with attorneys, clients, vendors, and leadership with a high level of professionalism

Operational Support:

Utilize firm systems including Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, Filevine, and SharePoint Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems Assist with special projects and executive initiatives as assigned

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting senior leadership or attorneys Prior legal assistant or law firm experience strongly preferred Proven experience managing complex calendars and executive travel Strong understanding of confidentiality and professional discretion Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Slack, SharePoint; Filevine experience a plus

Why Join Us:

Work directly with a high-performing trial attorney and a great team Be part of a fast-growing, dynamic legal organization Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunity for growth

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of executive experience do you have in the legal field? Have you managed complex calendars before? Are you comfortable working occasional after hours and weekends? What practice area of law are you experienced in? Ability to

Commute:

Valley Village, CA 91607 (Required)

Work Location:

In person