Legal Assistant - Well Established Company

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

Unclassified - Oakland, CA

Full-time

Oakland, CA

About the position

The Legal Assistant position is a vital role within a well-established company that offers a competitive salary and a professional working environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks that support the legal team, particularly in the areas of Insurance Defense and Civil Litigation. This position is designed for individuals who are detail-oriented, organized, and possess strong interpersonal skills, as they will be interacting with clients and colleagues regularly. In this role, the Legal Assistant will handle a range of responsibilities including managing phone calls, filing documents, processing invoices, and overseeing matters management. Data entry and other general office duties will also be part of the daily tasks. The candidate will be expected to maintain a high level of accuracy and efficiency in their work, ensuring that all legal documents and communications are handled appropriately. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and while experience with Team Connect is preferred, training will be provided for the right candidate. This is primarily a front desk position, which involves moderate phone activity, thus strong customer service skills are essential. The company values diversity and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of disability or veteran status.

Responsibilities

• Manage phone calls and direct them appropriately.
• File legal documents and maintain organized records.
• Process and pay invoices in a timely manner.
• Oversee matters management and ensure all tasks are completed.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Handle general office duties as required.

Requirements

• Experience in Insurance Defense or Civil Litigation is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Team Connect software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to $20/hour.
• Professional working environment.
• Equal employment opportunity employer.