Paralegal or Legal Assistant, Labor & Employment Team – Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office

Paralegal or Legal Assistant, Labor & Employment Team – Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office
This position is designed to offer flexibility and work-life balance, with the option to work remotely or in the office. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, whether you prefer a fully remote role or a hybrid work arrangement. As a key member of our dynamic Labor and Employment Team, this position will provide assistant support relating to a broad range of labor and employment matters, including employment litigation, collective bargaining agreements, defending public entities, workplace investigations, labor negotiations, workplace trainings, and contract disputes. You will also assist in matters involved in medical leave, wage and hour regulations, workplace misconduct, and employee separations, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive and strategic legal support across these diverse areas.

Our fast-paced environment is intellectually stimulating and challenging, offering opportunities to work on diverse projects. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where legal leadership and teamwork thrive. Pemberton Law takes pride in supporting our team members through professional development and a positive, supportive work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Calendar and monitor case deadlines.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and relay periodic updates.
• Assist attorney in preparing for court appearances, trials, meetings, and other matters.
• Review, finalize, and prepare court filings.
• Research and understand state and federal briefing and filing requirements.
• Complete additional assignments as required/assigned.

• Paralegal degree or certificate is preferred but not required, suitable candidates will be trained.
• Prior law firm or financial-sector experience is preferred but not required.
• Initiative-taker with ability to seek and complete tasks independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Perceptive and meticulous.
• Capacity to regulate and perform under stress.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, and working knowledge of Adobe.

• Wage range: $22 - $25 per hour.
• Benefits: 401k, employee assistance program, flexible savings account, health insurance allowance and health savings account options, holiday pay, long-term disability, paid time off, paid sick time off, and supplemental insurance provided by Aflac.
• Physical requirements: sitting for extended periods and lifting/moving file boxes depending on the needs of the day.
• Non-supervisory.