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Legal Assistant jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Legal assistants keep law offices organized, handling scheduling, correspondence, client intake, billing entries, and document preparation so attorneys can focus on casework.
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$22–$42/hr
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$63k
Median, full-time
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vision, life, and disability insurance options.Generous parental leave and family-building benefits, including adoption and fertility assistance. HSA and FSA account options.401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans.Wellness resource…
$175k - $250k
Corporate FraudPosition OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney with a focus on Securities Class Action to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for representing clients in lit…
vacationPaid sick days15 paid holidaysPaid CA bar dues and MCLEsFor immediate consideration for this exciting Complex Litigation Attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direc…
$120k - $216k
offices and practice areas to provide strategic, business-oriented legal counsel to clients Why Join Us? This is an exceptional... ...savings accounts; paid holidays; paid vacation; sick leave; employee assistance progra…
scientific concepts into clear and persuasive legal arguments ~ Demonstrated ability to work independently... ..., digital health, and related technologies Assist with the development and management of domestic...
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insurance; paid time off; paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer contribution; family/dependent care leave; FSA/HSA; and an employee assistance program Additional Benefits : Optional critical care, accident and hospit…
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Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary Location: Glendale, CA Job Type: Full-Time (On-Site) Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary with…
$130k - $225k
practical advice tailored to their business objectives. * Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs. * Appear in... ...effectively during hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials or assist in tri…
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Looking for a firm with a great culture and supportive Partners? Look no further. This company wants you. They need someone who can build strong relationships with clients and has a keen eye for the future. Plus, once tr…
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What legal assistants earn in Los Angeles
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$28 | $46k–$59k |
| Mid level | $27–$34 | $56k–$71k |
| Senior | $32–$42 | $67k–$88k |
Adjusted for the Los Angeles market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Calendar and docket managementLegal document formattingClient intake and communicationTime entry and billing supportFile organization (paper and digital)Discretion and confidentialityMicrosoft Office and PDF toolsMultitasking across attorneys
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you manage calendars and deadlines for multiple attorneys?
Describe your system for court dates, statutes of limitation, and reminders, plus how you confirm rather than assume. Precision is the whole job.
A client calls upset about their case and their attorney is in court. What do you do?
Show calm boundaries: listen, take detailed notes, avoid giving legal advice or case predictions, and commit to a specific callback you then make happen.
What experience do you have with legal documents and formatting?
Name the documents: engagement letters, pleadings shells, tables of authorities, proofs of service. Mention firm style rules and court formatting requirements.
How do you handle confidential or sensitive material day to day?
Give habits, not principles: locked screens, careful recipients on email, no case talk in shared spaces, and shredding protocols.
Tell me about supporting billing: time entry, prebills, or client invoicing.
Mention the billing software you used, attorneys' time you entered or chased, and accuracy checks before bills went out. Firms feel billing pain acutely.
Describe a time you caught an error before it went out the door.
A small, concrete story works: a wrong date, misspelled party name, or missing attachment. Show your proofreading routine, not luck.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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Name the practice areas and firm sizes you have supported, since a solo family-law office and Big Law demand different rhythms.
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List legal software you know: Clio, MyCase, ProLaw, iManage, or NetDocuments, plus e-filing portal experience.
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Show typing speed and document production skills, including advanced Word formatting like TOAs and styles.
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Quantify your support load, such as three attorneys with full calendar, intake, and billing responsibility.
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Mention a notary commission and any legal assistant or paralegal coursework; both add immediate value to small firms.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Receptionist / Office Assistant
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Legal Assistant
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Senior Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Office Administrator
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