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Legal Assistant
Costa Mesa, CA

Law Firm in Orange County is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Assistant for a hybrid position in civil litigation. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of experience in a legal assistant role in defense litigation. This position requires the candidate to be located in the greater Orange County area and will require in-office work.

Responsibilities:
- E-filing experience in California, both State and Federal court
- Familiarity with civil and arbitration procedures and filings
- Manage attorneys' calendars, including scheduling meetings, depositions, mediations, teleconferences, and travel
- Communicate with outside law firms to schedule depositions and other meetings as needed
- Proof and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, and prepare routine shell macros
- Prepare and file pleading and discovery documents while consulting with the attorney
- Open and close legal files
- Handle general correspondence between outside law firms, clients, and insurance carriers
- Organize and manage documents
- Record and track deadlines through docketing and calendar system
- Assist multiple attorneys
- Trial preparation

Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Team player mentality
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects
- Ability to work independently and multitask
- Professional and pleasant demeanor
- Time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
- Knowledge of e-filing systems and eDockets
- High level of computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, and iManage document file system
- Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary package with potential for bonuses
- Insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and flexible spending account
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
- Flexible work-from-home policy
- Referral program

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