Special Districts Paralegal

Job descriptionThis is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting multiple attorneys in our Special District practice area.Our ideal candidate must possess strong communication and organizational skills with exceptionalattention to detail. An excellent benefits package is offered as well as an opportunity to work in a fastpaced, challenging, and collaborative environment.Duties and Responsibilities Assist attorneys and other paralegals by having the ability to take on multiple roles. Assist with the organization of special districts, elections, annual compliance filings, preparingmeeting packets for board meetings, tracking deadlines and general maintenance of clients. Be the point of contact for special district inquiries from attorneys, staff, consultants, and clients. Coordinate the organizational election to/and including preparing comprehensive schedule ofelection procedure and statutory and constitutional deadlines; monitor process for each specialdistrict conducting election; coordinate and ensure compliance with all deadlines and termlimitation restriction of elected officials. Assist with preparation, and review with attorney or district accountant, annual budgets andaudits or audit exemption requests, monitor compliance with all statutory and constitutionalrequirements, restrictions, and deadlines. Handle file maintenance and organization; demonstrate effective teamwork and workcooperatively with other departments and individuals in the firm.Skills and Qualifications 3-5 years of law firm experience. Paralegal Certificate or bachelor's degree in related field. Transactional experience preferred. Document management experience required. Familiarity with billable hours and time entry. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.