Case Assistant

Job Description

Case Assistant | Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP, located in their Orange County office in Irvine, CA. Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is a national law firm with offices in all 50 states. This role is crucial for maintaining the operational efficiency of legal teams by ensuring accurate document management, effective communication, and robust administrative support. The Case Assistant directly contributes to the smooth progression of legal cases and the productivity of attorneys and paralegals.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Irvine, CA
• Pay: $36500–$65000 yearly
• Mission: Support legal operations and staff by managing documents, coordinating communications, and assisting with case preparation.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Microsoft Office, FileSite, iManage, PowerPoint, Milana, trial presentation software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Organize documents by accurately filing and indexing correspondence, pleadings, and other essential case materials.
• Coordinate communications with external parties, including clients, courts, opposing counsel, and various vendors.
• Support legal proceedings by assisting with comprehensive preparations for trials, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Manage digital document flow by scanning materials into the iManage system and distributing them to attorneys and paralegals.
• Oversee all incoming and outgoing mail and package deliveries, ensuring timely processing and distribution.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in a related field, providing foundational knowledge for administrative and legal support functions.
• Experience: At least 1 year of professional experience, specifically utilizing Excel, Microsoft Office, FileSite, and iManage.
• Skills: Strong organizational and analytical skills with close attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and comfort with multi-tasking in a team environment while also working independently.
• Bonus: Knowledge of PowerPoint, Milana, trial presentation software, court rules, calendaring, e-filing, and filing procedures is a plus.