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Legal Assistant Manning Law, APC Foothill Ranch, CA Job Details Full-time $22.50 - $25.00 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications CRM software Microsoft Office Analysis skills Legal drafting Data entry Full Job Description Legal Assistant - New Case Type & AI-Supported Workflows Manning Law, APC | $22.50 $25.00/hour (DOE) + 401(k) Plan | Full-Time | In-Office Only | Foothill Ranch, CA Help build a new area of legal work using accuracy, adaptability, and AI-supported tools. Manning Law, APC is hiring a Legal Assistant for a role that is different from a traditional legal support position. The firm is building out a new case type, and we are looking for someone who can help us organize information, test new workflows, use AI-supported tools, and support the development of this growing area of the firm. This role is ideal for someone who is accurate, curious, adaptable, and comfortable working with technology. Legal experience is helpful, but it is not the main requirement. We are more interested in someone who can process information carefully, learn quickly, spot patterns, follow instructions, and use tools like Claude or similar AI platforms in a thoughtful and responsible way. Experience with tools such as Claude or agentic workflows is a plus, but proficiency is not required. This position may evolve over time. The person hired may initially support a range of projects and processes connected to the new case type, and may later move into the department or workflow where their strengths and the firm's needs best align. What You'll Do Review, organize, and process detailed case-related information Help support the development of a new case type within the firm Identify missing information, inconsistencies, patterns, and next steps Assist with document organization, internal tracking, reports, and case data Use AI-supported tools and technology to help improve efficiency and accuracy Help test and refine workflows as processes are developed Work with attorneys, managers, and staff across departments as needed Adapt as the role becomes more defined over time What We're Looking For Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to process and organize information carefully Comfort using technology and learning new systems Baseline exposure to or interest in AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or similar platforms Ability to follow instructions and procedures consistently Curiosity and willingness to help improve how work gets done Strong written and verbal communication skills Good judgment, discretion, and professionalism Ability to work independently and stay organized Adaptability in a role that may evolve over time This May Be a Good Fit If You Are Detail-oriented and good at noticing patterns Comfortable learning new software or technology tools Interested in how AI can be used responsibly in a professional setting Organized, reliable, and able to manage information accurately Open to working in a role that may shift as the firm's needs develop Interested in legal work, even if you do not have extensive legal experience Important Note About the Role Because this position is connected to a developing case type, the responsibilities may change over time. We want to be transparent that this is not a fixed, single-department role. As the work develops, the candidate may be placed into the department or workflow where they are the best fit. This role is best suited for someone who is comfortable with growth, change, and learning by doing. How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief statement describing your experience with detailed information processing, technology tools, AI platforms, administrative work, legal support, or workflow improvement.