Paralegal Legal Assistant, Glendora

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Legal

Assistant/Paralegal

to join our office. We are a landlord-tenant law firm that, through our deep knowledge of the law and commitment to our clients, has earned a reputation for precision, efficiency, and professionalism in one of the most technically demanding areas of California law. We are looking for dedicated staff who share that commitment and take pride in maintaining the quality of our work.This is a legal support role at the center of our practice. You will work directly with our attorneys on case management, legal drafting, and litigation calendar management— tracking court dates, filing deadlines, and post-hearing obligations, following up on minute orders, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks before or after a court appearance. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines are essential. As part of a small, close-knit team, you will also be cross-trained to support other operational functions of the firm as needed. We need someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities, holds themselves to a high standard, and fits naturally into a collaborative environment where everyone pitches in.Responsibilities: Actively manage the firm’s litigation calendar, including court dates, filing deadlines, statutory notice periods, and post-hearing obligations Review minute orders and identify additional court-imposed deadlines or requirements Ensure all pre-hearing filings are completed on time — declarations, status briefs, notice of rulings, trial documents, and related materialsDraft legal documents including discovery requests and responses, opposing motions, notices, and correspondence Stay sufficiently versed in active cases to discuss litigation strategy, anticipate what needs to be done, and take initiative in moving matters forward Coordinate with attorneys to divide and execute tasks— not just flag what needs to happen, but take ownership of getting it doneFollow up with clients and opposing parties to gather information and keep matters on track Support attorneys with scheduling, deadlines, and day-to-day case management needs Cross-train on firm operations to provide coverage and continuity as needed What we're looking for: Prior experience in civil litigationStrong reading comprehension; you must be able to quickly absorb and apply dense legal documents, statutes, and case materials Exceptional attention to detail Customer service mindset: patience, clarity, and reliability in every client interaction Someone who takes initiative, stays ahead of open items, and doesn’t wait to be directedPrior legal experience is a plus, but the right instincts and work ethic matter most Compensation&Details This is a full-time, in-office position. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Company Description Liddle&Liddle was founded by Layne and George Liddle over 35 years ago and the firm has become well known in the field of Landlord-Tenant law for being successful and reliable. Our office represents everyone from small landlords, to major corporations, to management companies, to indigent tenants. We handle all aspects of the disputes that arise between a landlord and tenant. The firm has continued to grow and evolve with the changing legal landscape. We are looking for candidates as we expand to meet the increased demand for our services.

Company Description

Liddle&Liddle was founded by Layne and George Liddle over 35 years ago and the firm has become well known in the field of Landlord-Tenant law for being successful and reliable. Our office represents everyone from small landlords, to major corporations, to management companies, to indigent tenants. We handle all aspects of the disputes that arise between a landlord and tenant. The firm has continued to grow and evolve with the changing legal landscape. We are looking for candidates as we expand to meet the increased demand for our services.