Legal Administrative Assistant at Ignite Human Capital

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

53.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Documentation, Proofreading, Information Governance, Records Management, Billing Processing, Microsoft Office, iManage, Aderant, DocXTools, Innova, AI-powered Tools, Virtual Collaboration, Workflow Management, Time Entry, Expense Reimbursement, Communication

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Legal Administrative Assistant Los Angeles, CA | Hybrid | Full-Time About the Role The Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) provides broad administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal teams within a fast-paced law firm environment. This role is central to keeping daily operations running smoothly, requiring strong organizational skills, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously. The LAA works closely with Legal Support Assistants (LSAs) and Legal Executive Assistants (LEAs) to ensure work is properly allocated, completed on time, and meets the highest standards of quality. Key Responsibilities Provide practice-specific support to multiple associates, partners, and attorneys; understand unique practice area requirements and prioritize work accordingly Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, communications, and presentations to ensure accuracy and quality Support day-to-day information governance and records management — ensuring content is stored in approved repositories, organized per firm policy, and proactively managed through matter close-out Collaborate with other LAAs and LEAs on complex projects; delegate appropriately to LSAs and provide status updates to attorneys, escalating as needed Organize and monitor assignments within the firm's workflow management tools, including time entry and expense reimbursements Oversee billing matters including prebill processing, approval workflows, and final bill delivery; serve as attorney proxy for billing questions and follow-up Handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion; serve as a trusted resource for associates and partners Ideal Candidate Familiar with legal terminology, documentation standards, and best practices for law firm environments Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and legal software such as iManage, Aderant, DocXTools, or Innova Comfortable with AI-powered tools for document production, review, and research Strong attention to detail with solid problem-solving instincts and the ability to make quick, sound decisions Effective communicator, both written and verbal, across attorneys, clients, and support staff Works well under pressure; stays organized and positive when managing competing deadlines Adaptable and open to feedback; eager to grow skills as tools and practice needs evolve Proficient in virtual collaboration platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams) Experience in workflow management or task-tracking roles a plus Education & Experience Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, or related field 2+ years of experience in a legal setting under attorney or administrator supervision, or within a professional services environment Compensation & Schedule Pay range: $37.50 – $53.18/hour (DOE); non-exempt, overtime eligible Hybrid schedule (in-office + remote) Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) No immigration sponsorship available. Agency submissions not accepted.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative and clerical support to attorneys, including drafting legal documents and managing records. Oversees billing processes and coordinates workflow management to ensure timely completion of tasks.