Legal Administrative Assistant / Legal Secretary

Bowman and Brooke LLP is a leader in handling complex litigation matters in the areas of product liability, general liability, and consumer warranty since 1985. Our team is passionate about trying cases in state and federal courts and we have decades of experience handling legal issues.

At Bowman and Brooke we know it takes each and every team member to deliver best in class service. That’s where you come in! We are actively searching for a Legal Administrative Assistant / Legal Secretaryto join our team in Torrance, CA.

We care about work and life balance and offer flexibility.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Draft, edit, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Ability to manage multiple attorneys’ calendars, schedule meeting and appointments, calendar court dates and e-file court documents
• Save documents and emails to our document management system (iManage)
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of case files
• Prepare for trial as needed
• Make travel arrangements and process expense reports
• Process client disbursements
• Provide overflow assistance to other secretaries and attorneys as needed

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, preferred
• At least 5 years of experience working in a legal or office environment
• Advanced skills with MS Word including specific knowledge with formatting, tracking changes and comparing documents. Proficient in other MS Office programs.
• Experience with Table of Authorities and Table of Contents a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must be extremely detail oriented, organized and have great follow through skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Service-oriented, forward-thinking, and eager to learn
• Accuracy, speed and professional is a must
• Ability to work occasional overtime when the need arises

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm paid life, disability and long-term care insurance, domestic partner benefits; a generous paid time off policy that accrues 18 days your first year; retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contributions; nine paid holidays; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!

If your skills match what we're looking for, please send your resume and cover letter referencing this position..

Visit us on the web to learn more about our firm: www.bowmanandbrooke.com.

No Agencies or Telephone Calls Please
Equal Opportunity Employer