The Matian Firm is hiring a
Entry Level Legal Assistant

Summary

Join our expert legal team as a Legal Assistant and help maintain the standard of excellence for The Matian Firm.

Requirements

• Any Criminal Defense experience preferred but not required
• Professional work history with transferrable skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) with high proficiency required
• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field is preferred but not required
• Experience with Case Management Software, or familiarity with computer charting programs

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly
• Manage attorney schedule efficiently (attorney-client meetings, court appearances, etc.)
• Process criminal cases for trial preparation including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence
• Complete a daily court calendar, obtains jury panels, and issues discovery to defense attorneys
• Prepare subpoenas and cancels subpoenas when trials are completed, dismissed, or continued
• Request criminal history documentation including national, state, and local criminal histories, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile criminal histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicle records
• Schedule appointments for defense attorneys to meet with deputy prosecutors, depositions, and pretrial conferences
• Assist victims with restitution information, no contact orders, subpoenas, and court dates
• Communicate with law enforcement individuals at the federal, state, and local level, the general public, and victims and witnesses in criminal cases
• Perform a variety of office related activities to support Department functions including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints. Process daily mail

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Catered lunches
• Complimentary parking
• Paid time off