Overview
Administrative Assistant, Paralegal – Santa Monica, 90404, United States of America
How we LEAD:
We are currently seeking an eager and exceptional Paralegal/Administrative Assistant in our Santa Monica office. The person in this position will provide paralegal support to litigation attorneys in the Business and Legal Affairs Department.
How you’ll CREATE:
- Assist with a comprehensive quarterly report of legal matters affecting the company, including liaising with other attorneys, departments and agencies for updated information
- Support the policing of piracy and infringement on the internet and social media, drafting cease and desist letters, and providing evidence of copyright ownership, including collecting chain of title documentation
- Assist in responding to discovery requests, subpoenas, liens, and levies
- Research claims asserted against company
- Review and summarize contracts
- Prepare and revise agreements, charts, memoranda, correspondence and other documents
- Liaise with IT, office services and other internal personnel to resolve day-to-day issues and handle administrative matters
- Create physical and electronic files; search and retrieve files on an ongoing basis
- Draft and send letters and other routine correspondence
- Handle expense reimbursements and travel arrangements
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors
Bring your VIBE:
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; extremely detail-oriented
- Professional demeanor and sound judgment
- Follows up on delegated assignments through completion
- Self-starter, who takes initiative and is resourceful; takes ownership of tasks and projects
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize; works well under pressure
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Excellent typing and computer skills, including in Word, Excel, Outlook
Experience:
- Advanced computer experience: Microsoft Word (including tables and redlining), Excel
- Prior paralegal or contract analysis experience is a plus
Education:
- BA or BS degree from an accredited college or university
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.