Cohen Business Law Group, Apc - Los Angeles, CA

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Los Angeles, CA

About the position

Cohen Business Law Group, APC, a dynamic and growing business law firm specializing in intellectual property and Internet law, is seeking a full-time Litigation and Transactional Legal Assistant. This position is crucial for supporting our legal team in managing a variety of tasks related to litigation and transactional work. The ideal candidate will be responsible for primary calendar management, ensuring that all deadlines are met in accordance with California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP). The role also involves office management duties, including the preparation of legal documents, filing in State and Federal civil courts, and light reception tasks. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding grammar, self-initiative, and a strong attention to detail, which are essential for this position. In addition to calendar management, the Legal Assistant will be tasked with organizing and maintaining legal files and documents, conducting legal research, and gathering relevant information to support ongoing cases. The candidate will also be responsible for proofreading legal documents for accuracy and completeness, ensuring that all submissions are error-free. Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills are necessary for effective client interaction, as the role includes answering phone calls and taking messages. The Legal Assistant will provide administrative support to lawyers, including scheduling appointments and managing their calendars, which requires strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines effectively. Candidates should have at least 2 years of directly relevant experience as a legal assistant, with familiarity in PACER and CM/ECF filing systems. Knowledge of LA, Orange County, and Federal filing rules and calendar requirements is essential. While paralegal skills and notary public registration are beneficial, they are not required. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred, and candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration.

Responsibilities

  • Primary calendar management for legal deadlines
  • Office management and organization of legal files
  • Preparation of legal documents for civil court filings
  • Conducting legal research and gathering relevant information
  • Proofreading legal documents for accuracy and completeness
  • Answering phone calls and taking messages with proper etiquette
  • Performing data entry tasks to update client information
  • Providing administrative support to lawyers, including scheduling appointments and managing calendars
  • Organizing and maintaining legal files and documents
  • Reviewing and preparing legal documents such as pleadings and discovery

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of directly relevant legal assistant work experience
  • Familiarity with PACER and CM/ECF filing systems
  • Knowledge of LA, Orange County, and Federal filing rules and calendar requirements
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines
  • Proficiency in clerical duties such as filing, scanning, and copying documents
  • Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in contract drafting and proofreading
  • Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
  • Data entry skills to input and update information accurately
  • Administrative skills to assist lawyers with various tasks

Nice-to-haves

  • Paralegal skills
  • Notary public registration
  • Experience with Secretary of State filings

Benefits

  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Full-time employment
  • Potential for additional benefits
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