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Legal Assistant / Junior Paralegal

United States, Sacramento · Job Posted March 26, 2025

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Are you a detail-oriented and passionate legal assistant or junior paralegal looking to make an impact in the public sector? We are supporting a well-known entity in Sacramento that represents first responders, and they are seeking a legal professional to join their team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in the public sector, working on meaningful cases.

Job Responsibility

  • Assist attorneys with public safety officer benefits (PSOB) filings
  • Prepare, edit, and file legal documents, ensuring compliance with relevant procedures and timelines
  • Support case management, including organizing case files, drafting correspondence, and maintaining legal calendaring systems
  • Conduct focused legal research related to labor, employment, and union law issues
  • Communicate with clients, representing firefighters, as well as other entities, with professionalism and confidentiality
  • Perform additional administrative and paralegal support tasks as needed

Requirements

  • Previous legal assistant or paralegal experience, preferably 1-3 years in labor union law or employment law
  • Experience handling PSOB filings is highly valued
  • Strong organizational, communication, and multi-tasking abilities
  • Knowledge of legal filing systems and procedures
  • Proficiency in legal research tools and software, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or Microsoft Office Suite

Nice to have

  • Prior experience working with labor unions, public safety organizations, or first responders
  • Familiarity with public/government legal processes and filings

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

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