Legal Assistant

Kennedys

$85K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in litigation, specifically in insurance defense/coverage is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • In-depth knowledge of Federal and Washington court systems, including filing procedures.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys for smooth operations.
  • Draft and proofread legal documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Manage attorneys' calendars, scheduling appointments and court dates efficiently.
  • Perform filing procedures, ensuring compliance with legal protocols and deadlines.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model requiring minimum 3 days on-site in San Francisco.
Full Job Description
Legal Assistant join our San Francisco office. Our ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in insurance defense/coverage litigation and will assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation including discovery, court filings and trial preparation.

This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 3 days on-site in our San Francisco office.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Drafting and Proofreading: Draft and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with high accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Calendaring: Manage the attorneys' calendar, scheduling appointments, court dates, and meetings efficiently.
  • Filing: Execute filing procedures, ensuring compliance with legal protocols and deadlines.

Required Experience
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in litigation, insurance coverage/defense a plus
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Excellent organizational skills and exceptional proofreading skills and a meticulous eye for detail
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Thorough working knowledge of and experience working and filing within the Federal and Washington court systems
  • Reliable with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor

The annualized salary range for this role is $85,000-$95,000. However, this is contingent upon level of experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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