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Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Patenaude & Felix, APC • San Diego, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a detail-oriented legal professional looking to build your career in a fast-paced litigation environment? Patenaude & Felix, APC is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and legal team. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment where you can grow and succeed.

Who We Are

Patenaude & Felix, APC is a respected law firm known for integrity, professionalism, and strong results in creditors' rights and banking litigation. Since 1991, we have expanded into a multi-state practice representing Fortune 500 companies across California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Colorado.

Recognized by major financial institutions for our ethical standards and performance, our firm provides mentorship, structure, and support to help employees grow their careers.

What We Offer

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Supportive team-centered work environment
  • Opportunities for training and professional development

Your Role: Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and paralegals
  • Draft, proofread, and format legal correspondence and basic documents
  • File and serve legal documents, including e-filing with California courts
  • Maintain and organize case files, both physical and electronic
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, and track deadlines
  • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal staff
  • Prepare and process outgoing mail, scanning, copying, and data entry
  • Assist with discovery preparation and document production
  • Support high-volume caseloads while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
  • Follow established procedures consistently and effectively
  • Use Microsoft Office and law office software proficiently

Qualifications

  • 1 to 2 years of legal assistant or administrative legal experience preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with California court systems and e-filing is a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
  • Must be dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must pass a background and drug test

Schedule

Full-time | Onsite | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Ready to Join Our Legal Team?

We value your time, so our application process is quick and simple. If you believe you are a great fit for this Legal Assistant role, please complete our brief 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.

We look forward to meeting you!


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All candidates may be required to complete a pre-screening tests as part of the hiring process.

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