Entertainment Litigation Legal Assistant

$41,600 - $52,000/Yr

Robert Half - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

One of Los Angeles' most iconic entertainment companies has partnered with Robert Half Legal in their search for a legal/admin assistant to join their amazing team! This position emphasizes legal and administrative support, focusing on preparing and managing legal documents, conducting research, and interacting with various department clients. The role is a contract-to-hire opportunity with amazing benefits upon hire, including a pension. Initially, the role will require two weeks onsite for training, after which it will transition to a hybrid model of three days onsite and two days remote. This position pays up to $29 per hour upon hire, with a commitment of 35 hours a week, and offers extremely competitive benefits upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Accept and respond to subpoenas.
• Prepare and serve arbitration demands, exhibits, and filings.
• Handle court and arbitration correspondence.
• Conduct research and develop reports for legal proceedings.
• Maintain client-privileged department files.
• Act as a primary interface for department clientele, ensuring discretion and confidentiality.
• Screen visitors and telephone calls.
• Handle and track mass mailings of checks and correspondence.
• Distribute department mail.
• Serve as a backup within the legal support team.
• Manage phone calls, travel arrangements, meeting minutes, conference calls, and expense reports.
• Generate correspondence and transcriptions as needed.

Requirements

• Mid-level experience in legal administration or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in legal document preparation and management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the entertainment industry.
• Familiarity with legal research tools and databases.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance