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About the Role

JMM is seeking a highly qualified Legal Assistant with civil litigation experience for the San Francisco office. The successful candidate will have experience with filing in state, federal, and appellate court. They will also have a keen attention to detail, as well as excellent organizational and computer skills. A high degree of professionalism, ability to work independently and as a member of a dynamic, high-paced litigation team are also desired skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare correspondence and legal documents.
Handle a high volume of phone calls.
Draft written responses or reply by phone or email to requests for information.
Electronically file and serve court documents in State and Federal courts.
Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange travel.
Manage the maintenance of client/case files within the firm's document management system.
Draft and proofread general correspondence and pleadings.
Create charts and graphs.
Prepare trial binders and presentations.
Review and process vendor payments and attorney expense reports.
Assist with overflow work and miscellaneous other tasks as needed.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years' experience in civil litigation experience in California state, federal, and appellate court.
Experience supporting an IP practice is a plus.
Paralegal certificate from ABA approved program is a plus.

Skills

Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Computer skills
Professionalism
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a member of a dynamic, high-paced litigation team
Communication skills

Location

San Francisco

Work Type

5 days onsite for the first 30-days, then 4 days per week onsite, 1 day remote thereafter.

Experience Level

Minimum 3 years' experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Associate degree or higher preferred.

Salary/Compensations

$90k - $115k base

About the Company

Jeffer Mangels & Mitchell LLP (JMM) is a results-driven law firm with a relentless focus on client satisfaction.
It is through this focus that our work has a purpose and develops into a passion.
We take pride in providing our clients with the results they deserve.
If you thrive in an environment where your colleagues' defining characteristics are achievement, adaptability, initiative, professionalism, and resourcefulness, the culture at JMM will prove rewarding.