Legal Assistant Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Dixon Justice Center is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and personable Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you’ll assist with all aspects of case management, client communication, billing, and day-to-day operations of a busy law office.

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, professional, and motivated — a person who takes pride in their work, communicates clearly, and can keep our office running smoothly while delivering exceptional support to our attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft motions, manage case files, and prepare for DMV hearings.

• Schedule and coordinate court appearances, Zoom meetings, remote interviews, and other legal proceedings.

• Communicate professionally with courts, law enforcement, DMV personnel, investigators, law clerks, and clients.

• Assist with client intake, send out retainer agreements, and follow up on leads.

• Handle billing, accounts receivable, invoicing, and payment plans.

• Manage the office calendar, including scheduling interviews and appearances.

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the law office and support remote attorneys and law clerks.

• Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with office policies and procedures.

• Perform other assignments as needed to support the legal team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Penal Code and Vehicle Code preferred.

• Experience with DMV hearings and calendaring/scheduling court appearances.

• Strong skills in billing, bookkeeping, and accounts receivable.

• Excellent communication and client service skills; comfortable speaking with clients and following up on billing/payment plans.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, and MyCase.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $42,000 annually ($20.38/hour)

• Hours: 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM)

• Occasional weekends or after-hours may be required for lead follow-up; comp time during the day will be provided.

• Annual Christmas Bonus: 3% of gross revenue.

• Benefits:

• 6 Paid Holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)

• 3 Paid Sick Days (earned at 1 hour per 30 hours worked; no carryover) in accordance with state, federal, and City of Los Angeles law

• 4 Paid Time Off Days (earned after the initial 90 days)

• $200/month health insurance allowance after 90 days