LEGAL ASSISTANT

GPAC - Sacramento, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Sacramento, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are actively recruiting an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of five years in civil litigation and trial practice to become an integral part of a dynamic team in Sacramento, CA. The firm provides support in a friendly, team-oriented environment that allows for immediate responsibility and growth potential. As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and talented group of professionals, providing comprehensive support to attorneys across all aspects of case management. You will collaborate with attorneys in the preparation, proofreading, revision, and finalization of legal documents, ensuring that all materials are accurate and meet the required standards. In this role, you will conduct E-Filing in state, federal, and appellate courts, manage confidential information, files, records, legal documents, and reports. You will also perform intake and conflicts checks, process time entries, and handle client billing. Maintaining attorneys' calendars, coordinating travel, scheduling appointments, meetings, and conferences will be part of your daily responsibilities. Additionally, you will undertake additional duties as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the legal team. The firm prides itself on fostering a supportive team-based environment, offering excellent support staff and opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will have the chance to work on complex cases with significant responsibilities and client interaction, all while enjoying open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm. Merit-based compensation and top-tier benefits are also part of the package, making this an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to attorneys across all aspects of case management.
• Collaborate with attorneys in the preparation, proofreading, revision, and finalization of legal documents.
• Conduct E-Filing in state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Manage confidential information, files, records, legal documents, and reports.
• Perform intake and conflicts checks, process time entries, and handle client billing.
• Maintain attorneys' calendars, coordinate travel, schedule appointments, meetings, and conferences.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil litigation law; California-specific experience is preferred.
• Positive attitude, proactive mindset, flexibility, and a strong team player.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Professional.
• Expertise in electronic document management systems, with a deep understanding of local rules and procedures for filing in California and Federal courts, as well as e-filing and calendaring.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills.
• Excellent writing and proofreading abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Capability to prioritize tasks based on urgency, multitask, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with iManage and Compulaw is a plus.

Benefits

• Merit-based compensation
• Top tier benefits
• Opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• Supportive team-based law firm
• Opportunities to work on complex cases with significant responsibilities and client interaction
• Open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm