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We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and ensure efficient daily operations within the firm. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and experienced in managing sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy being an essential part of a legal team, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling, document preparation, and file management.

Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.

Assist with case management, including organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining calendars.

Coordinate communication with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and external partners.

Prepare and file legal documents electronically (e-filing) in state and / or federal courts.

Conduct basic legal research and gather information relevant to cases.

Manage incoming mail, emails, and phone calls, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.

Handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism.

Support billing processes, time entry, and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or in a related administrative role (law firm experience preferred).

Strong understanding of legal terminology, document formats, and court procedures.

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with legal practice management software a plus.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Opportunity for professional growth within the legal field

Hands-on experience with a variety of cases and legal processes

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants : Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Additional Skills

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