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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$76,708 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- Trusted, high-impact position
- your experience is recognized and relied upon
- Meaningful work
- contribute directly to case progress and outcomes
- Strong, collaborative team
- work alongside professionals who respect your role
- Opportunities to grow
- expand your skills in a well-run, professional environment
- Competitive compensation + perks
- aligned with your experience What You'll Be Doing
- Drafting, editing, and finalizing legal documents with precision
- Managing case files, timelines, and key deadlines
- Supporting attorneys with substantive legal work
- Handling client intake and communication with professionalism
- Keeping workflows organized, efficient, and on track What They're Looking For
- 3+ years of paralegal experience (7-10+ strongly preferred)
- Paralegal certificate (required) and bachelor's degree (preferred)
- Strong skills in legal drafting and case management
- Knowledge of corporate law and transactions
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities with accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal systems The Bottom Line This is a well-rounded, high-impact role for a paralegal who enjoys being an integral part of a team and contributing to meaningful legal work.
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//e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Benefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance