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Front Desk - Junior Legal Assistant

KOEGLE LAW GROUP

Valencia, CA Job Details Full-time $18 - $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Qualifications Teamwork Confidential information handling Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Practice management software High school diploma or GED Legal administrative experience Organizational skills Law office experience Typing Legal case management Full Job Description About Koegle Law Group, APC Koegle Law Group is a successful boutique litigation firm headquartered in the Santa Clarita Valley, with a robust labor, employment, and general business practice. We represent employers and business owners across California in complex employment matters, with particular emphasis on wage and hour compliance, class action defense, and PAGA litigation. Our culture is built around our ELITE values — Excellence, Loyalty, Integrity, Truth & Love, and Efficiency — and we take those seriously in everything we do. We are a collaborative, growing team that invests in the people who work here. This is a great opportunity to build a meaningful legal career in a supportive environment. About the Role We are seeking a professional, personable, and detail-oriented Front Desk / Junior Legal Assistant to join our team in a full-time capacity.

This is a dual-purpose role:

you are the face and voice of the firm for every client and visitor who walks through our door, and you are simultaneously a hands-on member of our litigation support team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love being the person who keeps things organized and running, and want to grow in a legal career — this role was built for you. What You'll Do Front Desk & Office Operations ▸ Serve as the first point of contact — greet clients, visitors, and vendors warmly and professionally ▸ Answer, screen, and direct incoming calls; manage the firm's main phone line ▸ Maintain the reception area, conference rooms, and kitchen in a professional and organized condition ▸ Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages; prepare and ship outgoing correspondence ▸ Maintain office supply inventory and coordinate orders Legal & Litigation Support ▸ Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda ▸ Assist with e-filing and filing documents in California state and federal courts ▸ Monitor court dockets for hearing updates; track, review, and distribute court orders ▸ Enter and update case information, hearing dates, and deadlines in Clio Manage ▸ Calendar hearings, court deadlines, and key dates; maintain attorney and team calendars ▸ Process court document expenses; create and maintain case-related tasks in Clio ▸ Assist with document production, including copying, scanning, and Bates-labeling ▸ Support client intake procedures; monitor document uploads and maintain organized case files ▸ Assist with billing support, including timekeeper entry review and invoice preparation ▸ Conduct basic legal research and cite-checking as directed ▸ Shadow attorneys and paralegals to learn litigation procedures and workflows ▸ Assist in drafting and improving firm SOPs and office processes What We're Looking For Required ▸ High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred ▸ Minimum 2 years of experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, or receptionist role in a law firm ▸ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) ▸ Experience with legal case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar) ▸ Strong verbal and written communication skills ▸ Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail ▸ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment ▸ Professional demeanor, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information ▸ Typing speed of at least 50 WPM Preferred (Not Required) ▸ Paralegal certificate or legal secretary training ▸ Experience in employment litigation, labor law, or class action matters ▸ Familiarity with California employment law terminology and procedures ▸ Familiarity with California court e-filing systems (Odyssey, TurboCourt, etc.) ▸ Bilingual — English/Spanish strongly preferred ▸ Experience with document management systems and legal research databases How to Apply Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to: We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact qualified candidates promptly. No phone calls, please. Equal Opportunity Employer Koegle Law Group, APC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. Pursuant to California SB 1162, the pay scale for this position is $18.00-$23.00 per hour.

Pay:

$18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person