Legal Practice Assistant Job at Strategic Employment Partners (Santa Monica)

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Lithonia, Geo...

Location

United States , Lithonia

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role
Strong understanding of education law and civil litigation processes
Proficient in legal research and document preparation
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
High level of discretion when handling confidential information
Familiarity with legal databases and case management systems
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred

Job Responsibility

Assist attorneys by preparing and organizing legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and case files
Conduct thorough research on legal precedents, education law, and civil litigation to support case development
Manage schedules and coordinate meetings, hearings, and other legal proceedings
Ensure accurate filing and documentation of records within legal databases and systems
Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and other parties involved in legal matters
Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of legal tasks and submissions
Provide administrative support, including drafting correspondence and maintaining calendars
Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal practices and changes in education law and civil litigation

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
Access to a 401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Boston, Massa...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of recent experience providing administrative support in litigation practice
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF editing tools, and legal software applications
Demonstrated experience with e-filing in both federal and state courts
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent grammar, writing, and proofreading abilities with a sharp attention to detail
Familiarity with timekeeping software and document management systems
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting
Capability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced legal environment

Job Responsibility

Manage client files and documents with precision, ensuring proper organization and accessibility
Format, proofread, and edit legal documents to maintain accuracy and professionalism
Handle online filings for federal and state cases, ensuring compliance with all regulations
Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reimbursements for attorneys and paralegals
Assist with timekeeping tasks and effectively utilize document management systems
Communicate efficiently with all levels of staff, including attorneys, paralegals, and administrative personnel
Perform administrative tasks such as calendar management and scheduling to support litigation processes
Utilize legal software and Microsoft Office Suite to execute tasks efficiently
Provide consistent support to attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced commercial litigation environment

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training
Access to top jobs
Competitive compensation

Fulltime

Legal Assistant

We are looking for a highly organised, focused, and experienced Legal Assistant ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

Mileway

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A genuine interest in the law and property
Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience, preferably as a paralegal in commercial real estate
Experience in commercial property is not essential but would be advantageous
Experience in drafting legal documentation is preferred but we will offer training if the right candidate is found without this experience
Strong preference for experience with Yardi Voyager, Salesforce and / or DocuSign, but not essential
Competent with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
Strong analytical and organisational skills
Well organised with the ability to manage and prioritise many simultaneous tasks, without compromising your excellent quality standard and attention to detail
Great team energy
A hands-on self-starter who works confidently and independently, and you also collaborate well with others

Job Responsibility

Drafting and negotiating a range of legal documentation using standard templates, including but not limited to, leases, licences to alter, licences to assign, licences to underlet and surrender documents
You will have the opportunity to manage your own matters
Process legal documents for completion using qualifying electronic signatures within DocuSign
Prepare completion summary for inclusion in our property management system, Yardi Voyager
Track and record vital lease dates and information within our core systems
Collaborate with our other Legal Assistants, Team Assistants, Asset Managers, Office Managers, Legal & Compliance team, and external lawyers for best working practice

What we offer

In-house learning & development program
State-of-the-art technology package

Fulltime

Junior Legal Costs Assistant

A respected and well-established law firm is seeking Junior Legal Costs Assistan...

Location

United Kingdom , Solihull, Birmingham

Salary:

23000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong IT skills, especially with Microsoft Word and Excel
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Confidence in reporting to senior management
Previous experience in a legal or law firm environment is an advantage
Educated to A-Level standard (or equivalent)
Previous law firm experience is essential

Job Responsibility

Prepare solicitor/client cost schedules and detailed bills
Assist departments in preparing schedules to support billable work
Prepare statements of costs and bills for submission to court
Provide guidance on cost estimates
Liaise with the Accounts team, fee earners, and secretaries to ensure accuracy in costing and billing
Manage your own time efficiently to support multiple departments
Attend meetings with fee earners as needed
Comply with the firm's standard procedures and billing practices

What we offer

Competitive salary, depending on experience
Full comprehensive training will be given

Fulltime

Assistant Company Secretary

Join the Legal team to protect Barclays, its employees, and its brands while ens...

Location

United Kingdom , London; Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Act as Company Secretary to regulated or significant legal entities, including liaison with the Chairman and senior executives, assisting with board succession and board and committee evaluations, agenda preparation, board paper management, attending and minuting board meetings where required
Provision of support, advice and guidance to the Barclays Group on company law and appropriate regulations, its own policies and best practice in corporate governance and to the Directors on their fiduciary duties and other legal or regulatory obligations
Creation and review of corporate governance documents, including charters, terms of reference, matters reserved for the board, policies, and procedures in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Maintenance of compliance with corporate governance requirements, best practices and industry standards across the Barclays Group governance practices
Assistance on project work, for instance corporate re-organisations, liquidations, mergers and formations and the signing of subsidiary financial accounts
Maintenance of the company’s statutory registers, other registers such as conflict of interest registers, and data fields required for adherence to Barclays Group policies and standards
Stakeholders support with their ongoing compliance with the Group Policy on Legal Entities and Directors
To manage a business function, providing significant input to function wide strategic initiatives
Manage the direction of a large team or sub-function, leading other people managers and embedding a performance culture aligned to the values of the business
Provide expert advice to senior functional management and committees to influence decisions made outside of own function, offering significant input to function wide strategic initiatives

Job Responsibility

To play a crucial role in ensuring the Barclays Group’s adherence to statutory and regulatory corporate governance requirements and industry standards, facilitating communication between the board of directors and other key stakeholders for regulated and/or significant Barclays Group legal entities

What we offer

Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to flexible working arrangements
Opportunity to embrace mobility and explore operations globally
Diverse and inclusive workplace

Fulltime

Residential Conveyancing Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: Residential Conveyancing Assistant Wanted! Are you ready t...

Location

United Kingdom , Chelmsford

Salary:

24000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Educated to at least GCSE level (including Maths and English)
Minimum of 1 years' experience in the legal sector within a Residential Conveyancing department
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Good professional written and verbal communication skills with excellent telephone manner
A team player with a willingness to learn
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Responsibility

Assist Fee Earner(s) in managing their caseloads by undertaking legal procedures and administrative tasks as directed
Conduct electronic ID verification checks for all clients, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and internal standards
Accurately take and record client instructions in a professional and confidential manner
Prepare and send client care documentation, including terms of business and detailed estimates of fees and disbursements
Complete and maintain up-to-date OS1 and bankruptcy searches, ensuring all results remain valid throughout the transaction process
Collect, verify, and dispatch relevant supporting documentation in accordance with procedural requirements
Undertake and review pre-contract searches to identify any legal or practical issues affecting the property, including local authority matters, leases, easements, covenants, mortgages, land tax obligations, flood or subsidence risks, and structural liabilities
Review mortgage instructions from lenders and carry out any associated tasks in line with their requirements
Perform general administrative duties across the department as required, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team
Support with any other duties necessary with the level of responsibility of this role as needed

What we offer

Permanent Contract
Career Development
Work-Life Balance
Social Events

Fulltime

Residential Conveyancing Assistant

An exciting opportunity for a Residential Conveyancing Assistant in Chelmsford, ...

Location

United Kingdom , Chelmsford

Salary:

24000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Month

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Educated to at least GCSE level (including Maths and English)
minimum of 1 years' experience in the legal sector within a Residential Conveyancing department
strong organisational and time-management skills
strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
good professional written and verbal communication skills with excellent telephone manner
a team player with a willingness to learn
comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Job Responsibility

Assist Fee Earner(s) in managing their caseloads by undertaking legal procedures and administrative tasks as directed
conduct electronic ID verification checks for all clients, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and internal standards
accurately take and record client instructions in a professional and confidential manner
prepare and send client care documentation, including terms of business and detailed estimates of fees and disbursements
complete and maintain up-to-date OS1 and bankruptcy searches, ensuring all results remain valid throughout the transaction process
collect, verify, and dispatch relevant supporting documentation in accordance with procedural requirements
undertake and review pre-contract searches to identify any legal or practical issues affecting the property, including local authority matters, leases, easements, covenants, mortgages, land tax obligations, flood or subsidence risks, and structural liabilities
review mortgage instructions from lenders and carry out any associated tasks in line with their requirements
perform general administrative duties across the department as required, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team
support with any other duties necessary with the level of responsibility of this role as needed.

What we offer

Supportive and friendly work environment
career development opportunities
flexible working arrangements
fun team-building activities and social events.

Fulltime

Legal Assistant

McCarter & English, LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant for its Miami, FL office. T...

Location

United States , Miami

Salary:

70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Year

McCarter & English

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Three to five years of legal assistance experience
Must type a minimum of 70 words per minutes
Comprehensive knowledge of modern legal office practices and procedures
Considerable knowledge of legal documents preparation, legal terminology and court procedures
Comprehensive knowledge of MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel, redline comparisons, BigHand (digital dictation)
Considerable knowledge of effective proofreading
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Job Responsibility

Under general supervision, performs responsible and confidential secretarial work and routine administrative duties for attorneys and performs related duties as required
Must be a team player, organized and able to multi-task in an extremely fast paced environment
Attend client meetings with attorneys (both on and off site) to witness client documents
Transcribes legal briefs, correspondence, letters, and confidential memorandum
Types a variety of legal documents from rough and oral drafts
Court E-Filings
Answers telephone calls, transfers calls to the appropriate staff and take messages in their absences
Prepares, maintains and confirms daily work calendars and schedule meetings and appointments
Assists with travel arrangements, internal correspondence, reimbursements for attorneys, paralegals
Reads, sorts and ensures incoming mail is timely delivered

What we offer

Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits
Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution
Employee-paid voluntary benefits include dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage
401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)
Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
Employee discounts through Working Advantage
Eligibility for discretionary bonus

Fulltime

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