Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are partnering with a well-respected municipality in need of an experienced Legal Assistant to join their legal department on a temporary basis. This role offers a unique opportunity to support attorneys in high-impact municipal matters, including litigation, contracts, and legal research. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal support work and be ready to start immediately.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct administrative and litigation support to City Attorneys, including trial preparation and document drafting.
Conduct legal research using tools like Westlaw and public records to gather information relevant to City legal matters.
Assist in preparing and reviewing legal documents such as pleadings, contracts, resolutions, and discovery responses.
Organize legal files, exhibits, and trial materials; monitor litigation activity and maintain court response tracking.
Liaise with internal departments, outside counsel, and government agencies to obtain necessary information and ensure compliance.
Review and verify outside counsel invoices and retention agreements.
Assist in training new legal support staff and help develop departmental policies.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in a government or municipal legal department.
Strong knowledge of legal document preparation, legal research, and court procedures.
Proficiency in legal software tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and Westlaw.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and maintain strict confidentiality.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
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We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company DescriptionThis company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.
Company Description
This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.