Organization: MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) Job Title: Bilingual Legal Secretary Location: Los Angeles, CA Salary: $38,700 - $45,600 per year Experience: 2 years in a professional office environment Language Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish
Job Description The Bilingual Legal Secretary will be responsible for supporting the legal staff at MALDEF's Los Angeles Regional Office. This includes preparing legal documents for filing with state or federal court, maintaining pleading/brief dockets and correspondence files, and assisting with other administrative tasks as needed. The ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of legal terminology and the court system, as well as excellent computer skills and typing speed.
Key Responsibilities: - Prepare legal documents for filing and service on opposing counsel/parties - Maintain office calendar and tickler system for important court dates and deadlines - Draft and finalize business correspondence and memoranda - Prepare exhibits for use in trial or hearings - Collate, number, sort, and file documents produced by opposing party in discovery - Draft simple correspondence and memoranda - Prepare expense forms and check requests for attorneys - Arrange business-related travel for attorneys and other staff - Answer and make business telephone calls and receive and guide visitors - Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience: - 2 years of experience performing secretarial or clerical tasks in a professional office environment - Law office experience highly preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Basic knowledge of legal terminology and court system - Knowledge of document organization and formatting - Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Internet search engines - Strong attention to detail and ability to proofread legal work - Ability to read and understand court rules and procedures - Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute - Knowledge of both legal and general office procedures and routines - Fluency in English and Spanish, including the ability to speak, read, write, understand, and translate between the two languages
Compensation and Benefits: - $38,700 - $45,600 per year - Generous benefits package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and qualified dependents, short- and long-term disability insurance, term life insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution and match - 11 paid holidays and 20 days of personal time off (PTO) per year
How to Apply: To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** with the subject line "Your Name - LA Legal Secretary". Incomplete applications will not be considered. Position is open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer: MALDEF is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees.
