<p>A Burlingame-based organization is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide high-level legal secretarial and administrative support to attorneys during a temporary 3-week coverage assignment. This role requires strong legal administrative skills, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and familiarity with court rules and administrative agency requirements.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, and other documents for attorney review.</li><li>Conduct routine legal research and maintain knowledge of court and administrative agency rules.</li><li>File legal documents with courts and administrative agencies; track deadlines and maintain case calendars.</li><li>Maintain attorney case files (electronic and paper), appointment schedules, and litigation calendars.</li><li>Update case management records, enter time/expenses, and run reports as needed.</li><li>Screen calls, respond to routine inquiries, and act as a point of contact with attorneys, courts, agencies, and staff.</li><li>Provide administrative support for panels, workshops, and recruitment programs as assigned.</li><li>Perform general office support including proofreading, editing, formatting, and maintaining the law library.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>BA/BS degree preferred; AA degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or HS diploma/GED plus 5 years of relevant experience also accepted.</li><li>Demonstrated experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, and memoranda.</li><li>Ability to conduct routine legal research and apply knowledge of filing procedures.</li><li>Proficiency with WordPerfect and/or Microsoft Word; typing speed of 55+ WPM.</li><li>Strong proofreading, formatting, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work independently under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Willingness to work overtime if needed during assignment.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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