Job Description

Our firm is hiring an experienced, well-organized Practice Specialist to support litigation attorneys and paralegals in our Labor & Employment Practice Group. This includes assisting with preparing and filing legal documents, calendar and travel management, case management, and billing/expense support. This position requires extensive knowledge of litigation, trial procedures, federal, state, appellate court, and administrative agency rules and procedures nationwide (e.g., EEOC, NLRB, DOL). Technical, organizational, and administrative skills are necessary to handle the variety of duties and responsibilities outlined below. The position handles multiple projects, often in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, requiring prioritization and flexibility. Collaboration with firm personnel at all levels is integral to the role. Experience working in labor and employment law is required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents including pleadings and discovery.
• Conduct conflict checks and handle new matters, including preparing engagement letters and managing client and case documents.
• Work closely with attorneys and paralegals to prepare and file official correspondence using the Firm's standards and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with the team. Double check work product before presenting to attorney for review and again before sending or filing.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, court dates, filing deadlines, calendars, appointments, meetings, travel arrangements, and related planning.
• Must be available and able to work during core business hours

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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