Leonard Carder, LLP, a union-side labor, workers’ rights, and employee benefits law firm, seeks a Legal Assistant for a full-time position at our front desk in its Oakland office on Lake Merritt beginning immediately. Experienced legal assistants welcome, but we are willing to train entry-level applicants with the required software and clerical skills and encourage them to apply. We offer a congenial environment, where you can work on righteous cases with lawyers and staff who are deeply committed to their clients, but try not to take themselves too seriously.
Skills and Experience
Ideal candidate should:
- Possess excellent computer and organizational skills, with thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro;
- Be a proactive self-starter, detail-oriented, quick to learn, punctual and reliable, and willing to work independently and, at times, under pressure;
- Have excellent interpersonal and phone skills, and comfort speaking with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel;
- Spanish language skills a plus;
About Leonard Carder
Leonard Carder’s commitment to unions and workers dates back seven decades, with involvement in some of the most memorable labor struggles on the West Coast. Leonard Carder is proud to represent international and local labor unions, representing working men and women in both the private and public sectors, in industries as varied as the longshore, maritime, hospitality, construction, and transportation sectors. We also represent dozens of pension, health, and other employee benefit plans that cover workers, retirees, and their dependents. We further advance our mission to protect and advance workers’ rights by representing workers in individual cases and class actions to enforce California and federal wage and other employment laws.
Leonard Carder is an equal opportunity employer. True to our mission and values, a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion drives our work. We strongly encourage and seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where staff contributions are valued and celebrated, and where our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day.
For more information about our work, please visit our website at www.leonardcarder.com.
Salary and Benefits
We provide a competitive, union-scale salary, based on experience. Our first-class benefits include a comprehensive medical, dental and vision plan, paid sick and vacation time, contributions to pension and 401(k) plans, and educational loan reimbursement.
How to Apply
Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to Nicole Bridges at nbridges@leonardcarder.com for consideration.
The subject line should read: "Legal Assistant Position ([Last Name], [First Name])."
No phone calls from potential candidates or temp agencies please.