Adams & Martin Group
Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Long Term TEMP
Adams & Martin Group, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Legal Administrative Assistant
Business Solutions Manager @ Adams & Martin Group | Legal Recruiter
Location: Irvine Office
Type: Long-Term Temporary
Pay Rate: Up to $45/hour
Base pay range: $30.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Overview: We are seeking a highly organized Legal Administrative Assistant to provide support to multiple attorneys in a busy law office. This role focuses on litigation and transactional tasks, with an emphasis on billing (no billable hour requirement). Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a paralegal or hold a paralegal certification.
Key Responsibilities Litigation Support
Initiate and file new cases (draft summons, civil case cover sheet, complaint, etc.)
Coordinate service of process with third‑party vendors.
Draft and file case management statements with proof of service.
Prepare and serve discovery requests; finalize responses and verifications.
Assist with motions for summary judgment (MSJs): draft shells, review, finalize, file, and serve.
Prepare requests for service via publication, including contacting publication companies and filing proofs.
Draft and file requests for entry of default judgment and court judgment.
Prepare writs, lis pendens, and coordinate service.
Draft and file requests and orders for remote appearances.
Submit pleadings for calendaring and maintain case files.
Transactional Support
Open new client matters and prepare engagement agreements.
Send weekly calendar emails to keep attorneys on track with deadlines.
Monitor non‑litigation deadlines and coordinate with calendar team.
Proofread leases, purchase/sale agreements, and related documents.
Process incoming mail for attorneys.
Maintain case status charts for clients with multiple matters.
Input billing time for attorneys.
Review and finalize letters to opposing parties; send and serve correspondence.
Prepare documents for e‑signatures.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a paralegal or paralegal certification.
Proficiency in iManage (document management).
Proficiency in Compulaw (case management).
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
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Location: Irvine Office
Type: Long-Term Temporary
Pay Rate: Up to $45/hour
Base pay range: $30.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Overview: We are seeking a highly organized Legal Administrative Assistant to provide support to multiple attorneys in a busy law office. This role focuses on litigation and transactional tasks, with an emphasis on billing (no billable hour requirement). Ideal candidates will have prior experience as a paralegal or hold a paralegal certification.
Key Responsibilities Litigation Support
Initiate and file new cases (draft summons, civil case cover sheet, complaint, etc.)
Coordinate service of process with third‑party vendors.
Draft and file case management statements with proof of service.
Prepare and serve discovery requests; finalize responses and verifications.
Assist with motions for summary judgment (MSJs): draft shells, review, finalize, file, and serve.
Prepare requests for service via publication, including contacting publication companies and filing proofs.
Draft and file requests for entry of default judgment and court judgment.
Prepare writs, lis pendens, and coordinate service.
Draft and file requests and orders for remote appearances.
Submit pleadings for calendaring and maintain case files.
Transactional Support
Open new client matters and prepare engagement agreements.
Send weekly calendar emails to keep attorneys on track with deadlines.
Monitor non‑litigation deadlines and coordinate with calendar team.
Proofread leases, purchase/sale agreements, and related documents.
Process incoming mail for attorneys.
Maintain case status charts for clients with multiple matters.
Input billing time for attorneys.
Review and finalize letters to opposing parties; send and serve correspondence.
Prepare documents for e‑signatures.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a paralegal or paralegal certification.
Proficiency in iManage (document management).
Proficiency in Compulaw (case management).
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
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