Legal Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

LEGAL ASSISTANT

We are a rapidly growing high profile entertainment law firm led by diverse and prolific management. The firm is seeking a talented individual who wants to contribute to a growing and successful law firm with administrative support. We are seeking a self-sufficient individual who has the initiative and desire to support a law firm that is at the center of film and television deal making in Los Angeles. Assistants will be placed on a legal team to support in all administrative aspects in high profile entertainment transactions.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative coverage (calls, schedule, travel arrangements)
• Arrange and submit attorney CLEs and compliance
• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate person.
• Handle incoming and outgoing emails and mail.
• Schedule appointments and meetings.
• Manage calendars and deadlines for attorneys.
• Assist with document preparation and administrate all types of production-related contracts.
• Prepare certain filings for submission to the copyright office, trademark office, and superior courts
• Prepare legal correspondence, including termination letters, extensions and amendments.
• Track and prepare organized reports relating to status of agreements and other activities.
• Participate in system and process improvement projects.
• In person 4 days

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• A mix of a top-tier law firm and in-house experience is preferred.
• Experience in the entertainment industry is desirable.
• Detail-oriented, with accurate input and proofreading skills.
• Strong PC skills, including proficiency in Airtable, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills with ability to interact well with all levels of personnel.
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize high-volume work in fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be responsive to deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to guide and focus their duties interiorizing basic business processes and routines with low supervision.
• Capability to meet the expectations set on the duties assigned.
• Successfully shares information and ideas, securing the most meaningful message is perfectly conveyed.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to take on additional support from the COO
• Have a Positive attitude

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of experience in a law firm or an entertainment/media company legal department. (preferred)
• College degree or equivalent level of experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate each department at the firm's facilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer considering qualified candidates in accordance with state and federal laws, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.