Stratus Staffing
Overview
The Legal Practice Assistant (LPA) provides administrative support to attorneys on a daily basis, working closely with clients and team members to ensure efficient and timely handling of legal matters. Responsibilities
Drafting, reviewing, and revising documents such as correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, budgets, and presentations Formatting and filing court pleadings in compliance with applicable rules, including generating tables of authorities and contents Arranging service of pleadings and subpoenas Assisting with scheduling and preparation for meetings, conferences, and travel Organizing case documents and preparing binders and files Reviewing and routing incoming correspondence (physical and electronic) Tracking and managing projects Maintaining office and attorney calendars, partnering with docketing as needed Entering attorney billable time and coordinating with billing staff for timely invoice review Proofreading and editing documents for accuracy and consistency Preparing check requests, expense reports, and vendor payments Booking travel arrangements Providing backup litigation secretarial coverage during absences Supporting business development initiatives Maintaining professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations Building strong working relationships with clients and occasionally traveling to client sites Collaborating with colleagues across all levels Working overtime as necessary to meet deadlines Qualifications
High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred 10+ years of legal secretary / legal assistant experience Recent litigation experience in California state and federal courts required; appellate experience preferred Strong client service skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities Proactive and independent, yet able to work effectively as part of a team Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Experience with Teams, iManage, Best Authority, CCC Macros, time and billing systems, CompuLaw, and Adobe Professional preferred
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The Legal Practice Assistant (LPA) provides administrative support to attorneys on a daily basis, working closely with clients and team members to ensure efficient and timely handling of legal matters. Responsibilities
Drafting, reviewing, and revising documents such as correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, budgets, and presentations Formatting and filing court pleadings in compliance with applicable rules, including generating tables of authorities and contents Arranging service of pleadings and subpoenas Assisting with scheduling and preparation for meetings, conferences, and travel Organizing case documents and preparing binders and files Reviewing and routing incoming correspondence (physical and electronic) Tracking and managing projects Maintaining office and attorney calendars, partnering with docketing as needed Entering attorney billable time and coordinating with billing staff for timely invoice review Proofreading and editing documents for accuracy and consistency Preparing check requests, expense reports, and vendor payments Booking travel arrangements Providing backup litigation secretarial coverage during absences Supporting business development initiatives Maintaining professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations Building strong working relationships with clients and occasionally traveling to client sites Collaborating with colleagues across all levels Working overtime as necessary to meet deadlines Qualifications
High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred 10+ years of legal secretary / legal assistant experience Recent litigation experience in California state and federal courts required; appellate experience preferred Strong client service skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities Proactive and independent, yet able to work effectively as part of a team Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Experience with Teams, iManage, Best Authority, CCC Macros, time and billing systems, CompuLaw, and Adobe Professional preferred
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