Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Sweet James - 2.4 Newport Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $23 - $28 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Free parking Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Civil litigation support Personal injury law Administrative experience Legal administrative experience Organizational skills Associate's degree Full Job Description Sweet James Accident Attorneys is one of the nation's premier personal injury law firms, recognized for delivering exceptional results, unmatched client service, and a people-first culture. As we continue expanding our team, we are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and driven Legal Assistant to support our fast-paced and high-performing legal team. This is more than just a support role — it's an opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected and rapidly growing law firm that values growth, teamwork, accountability, and professional development. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy meaningful work that makes an impact, and want to be part of a team that truly values its employees, we encourage you to apply. Why Sweet James? Headquartered in Newport Beach, Sweet James has built a reputation as a leader in personal injury law through aggressive advocacy, compassionate client care, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. At Sweet James, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a supportive and energetic environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and succeed alongside a team that feels like family. What You'll Do As a Legal Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting attorneys and case managers by helping keep cases organized, progressing efficiently, and ensuring clients receive exceptional service throughout the legal process. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment with professionalism and urgency.

Responsibilities:

Organize and maintain case files with sensitive legal documentation Perform administrative and operational tasks including, scanning, filing, data entry, and document management Support varying departments throughout the life cycle of a personal injury case Communicate with clients and other parties involved Track deadlines, maintain accurate logs, and ensure file movement efficiency Collaborate with department teams, Case Managers, and Attorneys, supporting file management and administrative tasks Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive information Provide exceptional internal and eternal customer service

Qualifications:

Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred 2+ years of experience in a legal assistant, administrative, or related role Prior personal injury experience strongly preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively High level of attention to detail and follow through Bilingual abilities highly valued, not required Join Our Team! We're seeking someone who is self-motivated and eager to grow professionally. The ideal candidate is dependable, solution-oriented and able to thrive in a team environment while building on their passion for helping others and client advocacy. At Sweet James, we don't just offer jobs - we build careers. If you're ready to join a firm that values excellence with an unwavering passion for life changing results, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Personal injury law: 1 year (Preferred) Legal administrative: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Newport Beach, CA 92660 (Required)

Work Location:

In person