Job Description
Job Description
LEGAL SECRETARY (ONSITE - CENTURY CITY, CA)
SUMMARY
Knight Law Group, LLP, is a California litigation firm—and a leader in the practice of Lemon Law. We have a reputation for aggressively representing the interests of our clients—consumers who have unknowingly purchased defective vehicles. Our firm takes pride in vigorously representing our clients and holding automakers to account.
We are seeking a Legal Secretary to work out of our Century City, CA, office. This is a full time, onsite role, working five days per week in our beautiful headquarters office.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing clerical duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. My duties include but are not limited to, supporting attorneys by managing Outlook calendars, preparing files, arranging preparation sessions with clients, and performing other administrative tasks. The Legal Secretary will be able to work autonomously and efficiently to ensure the timely completion of work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, etc.
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Reply to email, telephone, and face-to-face inquiries
- Assist in resolving any administrative problems
- Cover the reception desk as required
- Maintain polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, and mail
- Perform data entry in a variety of programs
- Prepare and modify documents, including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos, and emails.
IDEAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- At least two years experience supporting 1-3 attorneys
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
- Minimum High School diploma needed; 4-year degree preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Adobe, Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Ability and willingness to learn to use firm technology
- Ability to handle heavy workloads and excellent time management skills
- Attention to detail is of paramount importance
- Must possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written, as well as excellent active listening skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, think critically, and work under pressure with confidential material
- Operate standard office equipment
- Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHY APPLY TO THIS POST:
Knight Law is a firm that protects the consumer and goes after big corporations that knowingly sell defective products. If you want to be a part of an organization that helps people get what they deserve, this could be a great fit for you. We work hard, but this is a great place to work with smart people who like to have fun—everything from Halloween contests to fun company outings at places like Top Golf. We provide two weekly meals (breakfast on one day and lunch on another).
Our attractive and competitive compensation package includes:
- HMO/PPO Medical Plans
- PPO Dental
- Vision Insurance
- STD & LTD plans
- Basic Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with contributions up to 10%
- 529 Plan
- Employee parking
- Pet Insurance for your furry friends
- Extended and comprehensive training
- Monthly birthday celebrations
- Fun company culture with an emphasis on teamwork
Knight Law Group, LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Knight Law Group, LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.