Job Description
Senior Legal Secretary – Support Services Workgroup: - Support Services Workgroup - Santa Monica Community Office - Salary range: $58,492.93k – $71,938.92k annually DOE, with excellent benefits - Immediate availability - Continuous application deadline until position is filled
About LAFLA: - Nonprofit law firm dedicated to increasing access to justice and addressing systemic inequities in Greater Los Angeles area - Celebrating 95 years of service - More than 200 employees, including 100 attorneys - Provides free services and resources on a broad range of civil legal issues - Helps over 100,000 people annually - Neighborhood offices, self-help centers, and domestic violence clinics - Engages in impact litigation and collaborates with public and private partners for long-term systemic change - For more information, visit **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
Position Overview: - Senior Legal Secretary - Minimum 5 years' experience as a legal secretary - Prior experience supporting cases in California state or federal court required - Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Zoom applications - Strong written and oral communication skills - Excellent time management skills and ability to work in fast-paced environment with attention to detail - Positive attitude and ability to interact with diverse staff and community members - Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Duties: - Provide secretarial and administrative support to multiple attorneys - Draft, format, and proofread legal documents - File and serve documents electronically or via mail - Communicate with internal and external parties - Maintain accurate litigation calendars - Create and maintain electronic and physical case files - Communicate with clients and schedule appointments - Perform clerical duties such as mail processing and office supply maintenance - Handle receptionist and front desk coverage as needed - Provide translation and interpretation services if bilingual - Contribute to organization's DEI plan and goals
How to Apply: - Submit cover letter and resume online to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** with "SENIOR Legal Secretary – SSWG" in the subject line - Six-month introductory period required
Equal Opportunity Employer: - Selection based on merit and without discrimination - Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates and employees - Diversity and inclusion valued and encouraged - Applications solicited from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, etc.
Benefits and Compensation: - Competitive compensation based on public interest salaries - Generous benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, life insurance, long-term disability and long-term care insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan - Eligible for bilingual supplements, law student loan reimbursements, and cell phone stipend - Visit **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***for salary scale for union, non-management staff