Legal Assistant Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in California
A Legal Assistant, also known as a Paralegal, is a crucial part of the legal industry, providing valuable support to attorneys by performing a range of tasks including conducting legal research, drafting documents, maintaining files, and interacting with clients. They work in a variety of environments such as law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. Their role significantly improves the efficiency of legal services, as they allow attorneys to focus on the more complex aspects of cases.
Strong research and writing skills are essential for a Legal Assistant, as well as proficiency in legal documentation software. They should also have excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients and legal professionals. Some certifications they can obtain include Certified Paralegal (CP) or Certified Legal Assistant (CLA). Prior to becoming a Legal Assistant, a person may have roles such as a Legal Secretary, Administrative Assistant in a law firm, or Legal Researcher. These positions provide valuable experience in understanding the dynamics of the legal industry and help in developing the necessary skills for the role of a Legal Assistant.
Legal assistant for sole practioner in real prooperty and business law practice. Part-time. Ten plus years experience....
Hybrid In PersonStudent Assistant - Law Clerk - Remote
- University Enterprises
- Sacramento, CA
- 7 hours ago
- Sacramento, CA
- 7 hours ago
The California Energy Commission (CEC) under the Chief Counsels Office, which serves as the California Energy Commissions full-service legal division, is seeking to hire three (3) student...
RemoteThe Legal Assistant provides support and assists department leadership, Legal Counsels, Paralegals, and/or other legal staff in providing quality legal advice and services to the Board of Directors,...
HybridWe have an immediate opening for a Law Clerk (part-time or full-time) during the Summer. We are a small civil litigation firm based in Sacramento. Our firm represents clients in a variety of...
HybridLegal Assistant - Litigation | 5+ Years Experience Location: Los Angeles, CA Workstyle: Hybrid/Remote We are seeking a skilled and reliable Legal Assistant with 3+ years of litigation experience to...
HybridLegal Assistant - Litigation Location: Sacramento, CA Workstyle: Hybrid We are seeking a skilled and reliable Legal Assistant with 3+ years of litigation experience to support a busy and fast-paced...
HybridLegal Assistant/Legal Secretary Established law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary for their firm!...
Hybrid(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- Concord, CA
- 5 days ago
- Concord, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
Remote(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- Rancho Cordova, CA
- 5 days ago
- Rancho Cordova, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
Remote(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- San Diego, CA
- 5 days ago
- San Diego, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
Remote(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- Tustin, CA
- 5 days ago
- Tustin, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
Remote(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- Chino Hills, CA
- 5 days ago
- Chino Hills, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
Remote(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- Pasadena, CA
- 5 days ago
- Pasadena, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
Remote(REMOTE) Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant (Defense)
- Encino, CA
- 5 days ago
- Encino, CA
- 5 days ago
Work Remote Only - California Residents Only** Growing Workers' Compensation Defense Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Assistant....
RemoteTerm Law Clerk - U.S. District Court Eastern District of California (Fresno)
- San Joaquin College of Law
- Fresno, CA
- 10 days ago
- Fresno, CA
- 10 days ago
TERM LAW CLERK - U.S. DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA (FRESNO) United States Magistrate Judge Erica P. Grosjean is seeking well qualified applicants for a full-time, term law clerk...
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- Adobe Professional
- Litigation
- Appellate
- Legal Document Preparation
- Briefs
- Trial Preparation
- Research and Writing
- Civil Procedure
- Document Production
- LexisNexis
- Westlaw
- Litigation Support
- Subpoenas
- Deposition
- Docketing
- Insurance Defense
- Personal Injury Law
- Court Filings
- iManage
- Legal Assisting
- Legal Terminology
- E-Filing
- Dictation
- Calendaring
- Juris Doctor
- Legal Research & Writing
- Drafting
- Mediation
- Document Management
- Expense Reports
- Grammar
- Travel Arrangements
- Proofreading
- Word Processing
- File Management
- Discretion
- Calendar Management
- Case Management
- Scheduling Appointments
- Business Correspondence
- Administrative Skills
- Closing
- Billing
- Interviewing
- Written Communication
- Prioritizing
- Typing
- Microsoft Outlook
- High School Diploma
- Documentation
- Verbal Communication
- Filing
- Telephone Skills
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Multitasking
- Flexibility
- Microsoft Word
- Regulations
- Research Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Scheduling
- Time Management
- Communication Skills
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