BILINGUAL LEGAL RECEPTIONIST AND LEGAL ASSIST

Overview

Location: Temecula, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office
Schedule: Monday–Friday

A legal firm in Temecula is seeking a polished and personable Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) Legal Receptionist & Legal Assistant to support a family law practice. This role combines front-desk reception duties with legal assistant responsibilities, serving clients in the Inland Empire area.

Responsibilities

Reception & Administrative Duties

• Greet and assist visitors, clients, and vendors
• Answer, screen, and route phone calls professionally
• Manage mail, deliveries, and legal service logs
• Maintain common areas and breakroom supplies
• Assist with client onboarding and intake using firm software
• Coordinate office calendar, track support logs, and submit facility requests

Legal Assistant Duties

• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel
• Maintain electronic case files and track court deadlines
• Draft, proofread, and format pleadings and discovery documents
• Coordinate filing, service, and tracking of legal documents and orders
• Prepare hearing binders and organize trial exhibits
• Scan, save, and organize case-related documents

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in Spanish and English (required)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking abilities
• Proficient with technology and quick to learn legal software
• Professional demeanor with confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to identify and resolve issues using sound judgment

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 75% employer-paid premiums
• 401(k) plan with 4% employer match
• Paid time off
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options with qualifying plans
• Paid parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work and life support

Additional Information

Candidates who complete a Predictive Index (PI) assessment will receive priority consideration and expedited interview follow-up. All final candidates will be required to complete this assessment as part of the hiring process.

Location

This position is based in Temecula, California, requiring in-office attendance Monday through Friday.