Legal Assistant

• Report directly to the Director of Legal, supporting a highly collaborative and mission-oriented legal team
• Manage court filings and service requirements for state and some federal (PACER) cases
• Act as the first point of contact for writers/members seeking legal support—conduct client intake, gather facts, spot key legal issues, obtain relevant documents (e.g., contracts), and triage non-relevant matters (e.g., copyright-only issues)
• Prepare comprehensive exhibit binders for arbitrations, hearings, and trial matters
• use virtual platforms (Zoom) to present and screen-share evidence during proceedings
• Process disbursements for members, coordinating closely with internal Finance to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Utilize legal case management systems (Legal Files, Athena) and Excel

• Minimum 1–2 years of legal assistant experience, with demonstrated knowledge of court filing rules and procedures
• Prior intake or client-facing experience
• comfortable calmly handling initial calls and screening for relevance
• Mission-driven mindset—a background in labor unions, public interest, or advocacy organizations is highly valued
• Not pursuing law school
• genuinely interested in a long-term legal assistant career
• Comfortable with moderate overtime during high-volume periods (e.g., prior to arbitration hearings)
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and approachable, with strong communication and organization skills

Advanced formulas and pivot tables in Excel are a plus

• medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan