Personal Injury Legal Assistant
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
A great opportunity to be a part of a reputable, and growing law firm handling significant cases in a positive work atmosphere. Our law firm needs a Legal Assistant to assist our Personal Injury Department. As a Legal Assistant, you will be assigned administrative and clerical tasks such as: assisting attorneys and case managers, obtaining medical records, obtaining documents, answering phones, organizing files, filing documents, making copies, scanning documents, and generating new files for new clients.
Responsibilities:Work in a team environment to ensure the preparation of documents.Organizing, distributing, or tracking documents according to departmental proceduresEnsure filing, preparation, and scanning of documents and correspondence.Keep detailed records of all incoming documents and file accordingly.Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly.Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with state and federal court.Assist in the preparation for court proceedings (including, but not limited to, assisting with trial preparation, and maintaining communication with clients and experts).Organize and maintain electronic case files within the company software/case management system.Perform a variety of office related activities to support Department functions including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities.Performs other related duties as assigned. The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Qualifications:At least 5 years of legal experience, specifically in Personal Injury5+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel, edit, sort/filter and save spreadsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets).5+ years of office experienceBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not requiredExperience with Case Management SoftwareYou must be able to work under pressure—things change fast around here.
Physical RequirementsProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Employment Type: Full-timeWork Remotely: No
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Personal Injury Legal Assistant position at Lawyers for Justice, PC? ▼
Click the “Apply for this Position” button on this page to submit your application directly to Lawyers for Justice, PC without recruitment intermediary fees.
Is this position eligible for remote work or visa sponsorship? ▼
This position is located in Glendale, CA with potential relocation and sponsorship assistance depending on candidate qualifications.
Are there any candidate fees on Hirely? ▼
No. Hirely is completely free for candidates. We never charge registration fees or placement fees.
Legitimate employers will never ask you to transfer funds, purchase equipment from unauthorized vendors, or pay application/visa fees. Hirely rigorously monitors listings, but always verify communication is from official corporate email domains.
Learn how to protect yourself against employment fraud →