Shepherd Law Group

Dual Role Description

This position can be either full-time or part-time, with a flexible schedule. The position is for an on-site role of Paralegal/Legal Secretary located in the Oakland, CA. Responsibilities would include providing office administrative support, such as answering/returning client calls, assisting with client intake, scheduling consultations; processing payments, updating, maintaining client files, assisting with various aspects of client billing and collections and may also include assisting with other areas of business, such as marketing, social media interface, vendor research and vendor management. Additional responsibilities would include providing some legal support to attorneys and paralegal with e-filing, service of documents/mailings and light legal drafting, as needed. Role may evolve and is open for advancement. Salary is dependent on experience and may range from $25-$45/hr.

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year experience as an Paralegal/administrative assistant/legal secretary in a law firm or other legal setting or a civil legal secretary and/or a combination of experience equally one year.

Proficiency with Clio Manage or working knowledge of other case management software.

Prior experience with law firm billing practices and client intake procedures is preferred.

Exceptional Clerical Skills for administrative support tasks

Effective time management and organizational skills

Strong communication and multitasking abilities

Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Proficiency with Microsoft office software and adobe.

Experience with unlawful detainer is a plus.

Oakland based boutique law firm handling all aspects of Landlord-Tenant law, including but not limited to Landlord Defense re claims of habitability, wrongful eviction, breach of lease, etc... Specializing in unlawful detainer matters (evictions) in Alameda County and surrounding areas, with working knowledge of local rent/eviction ordinances and rental registrations.