Located in Glendale, California, RK Legal seeks a motivated, energetic individual looking to gain extensive legal experience.
This is an in-person, full-time job with the following schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.
m.
- 5:00 p.
m.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter that is interested in labor and employment law (e.
g.
wrongful termination, employment discrimination/harassment, and wage and hour matters), and workers' compensation.
The position also offers a unique experience and insight in litigating state and federal class actions and PAGA representative actions.
*Primary duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:*
* Conduct initial consultations and meetings with prospective clients under Attorney supervision;
* Assist with drafting various pleadings, papers, and forms, including, but not limited to, client retainers, applications, discovery, complaints (civil and administrative), and records requests;
* Maintain and review client records, including copying, scanning, and updating case information on the firm's case management database;
* Prepare correspondences, notices and miscellaneous forms;
* Process correspondence, prepare mailings, and update tasks/deadlines and firm calendar daily;
* Directly communicate with the Court, current and prospective clients, insurance companies, and various personnel at the direction and supervision of the managing attorney;
* Connect with Physician offices to coordinate medical appointments for clients.
RK Legal offers a generous compensation package and eligible employees may earn bonuses awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance.
*Desired Skills & Experience*
-Spanish speaking preferred.
-Familiarity with WestLaw, LexisNexis, and Microsoft Office.
*-1+ year law firm experience required.
*_*If this requirement is not met, your application will automatically be disqualified.
*_
Benefit Conditions:
* Only full-time employees eligible
* In-person position (no remote work)
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
* Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
* Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented
* Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
* Remote interview process
* Personal protective equipment provided or required
* Plastic shield at work stations
* Temperature screenings
* Social distancing guidelines in place
* Virtual meetings
* Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Work Remotely
* No
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
* Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
* People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
* Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
* Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
* Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
* Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
* High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.
00 - $27.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* Opportunities for advancement
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Travel reimbursement
* Tuition reimbursement
* Wellness program
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Application Question(s):
* The position is in person, full-time, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.
m.
- 5:00 p.
m.
Can you commit to this schedule?
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
* law firm: 1 year (Required)
Language:
* Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person