Showing, one job listing at a time, how toxic a JD is on the job market. Please don't go to law school.

Monday, January 12, 2015

Recent Grad needed for DC Law Frm. (WDC)

[Ed.-- Recent grad WANTED!  Not a law grad, of course, but a recent grad of something other than law.  Thx.]

Boutique litigation firm in Century City looking to hire a paralegal part-time.

We are a growing business litigation firm, with a diverse range of cases involving business transactions, real property disputes, and corporate disputes. Hours and schedule are flexible. Looking for someone part-time, and the schedule can vary based on your scheduling requirements.

We are looking for someone with substantial experience as a paralegal (4 years or more). The office environment is often high-pace, with things moving quickly. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, smart, and ambitious.

The workload will consist mostly of research assignments, drafting pleadings (complaints, motions, ex parte applications), drafting and responding to written discovery, etc. No attorneys or law students please.

SUBMIT YOUR RESUME HERE:
http://www.ondemandassessment.com/verify/apply/BBDARDD/EEabhEa

Monday, January 5, 2015

Litigation Paralegal - Patent (Midtown)

[Ed.-- Back from the new year, and everybody still hates JD's!]

https://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/lgl/4833465320.html

We are currently recruiting a mid-level patent litigation paralegal for a permanent opportunity with a premier boutique firm in Midtown Manhattan. Position will be focused on patent litigation work. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years (2) years of experience, some/most of which will have been gained in an AmLaw setting. Client will consider a candidate with AmLaw commercial lit experience as well. Personality and work-ethic are crucial for this position. A BA degree is required. Note: client will consider paralegals currently in-between positions, so long as they have very strong permanent experience.

This is a salaried position, and includes a full benefit package, as well as other perks.

In order to be considered, please submit a resume in MS Word format, and we will reach out with further details. Please note: sorry but no JD's will be considered for this role.

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Assistant Who Does Everything

[Ed.-- But wait, if you can do anything with a law degree, then isn't 'assistant who does everything' the perfect job for you?]

http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/lgl/4797769693.html

Managing Attorney of busy Winchester law firm seeks go-to legal assistant to do everything necessary to increase productivity, improve client communication, enhance client service, and help attract new referrals. Experience in a law firm or other professional practice helpful but not strictly necessary if you have prior confidential executive assistant experience. Experience in hospitality, restaurant or customer service industries is helpful. Duties including managing one attorney's entire life from calendar, client meetings, travel, personal needs, document creation to coordination of all other services within a fast paced law firm focused on elder law, probate, real estate and estate planning. This job will be challenging, but not boring. Compensation from high 40's with opportunities for advancement and bonuses. Limited evening and weekend obligation as needed. Competitive benefit plan including 401k after one year, generous vacation allowance, etc. Work hard and get rewarded for it! NO ATTORNEYS OR LAW STUDENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED, please DO NOT reply.

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

IP LITIGATION PARALEGAL

[Ed.-- I truly don't understand the trend of job ads in all caps.  It's a law office.  They surely don't write the rest of their correspondence this way.  So why a job ad?  Note, as is often the case, that having a four year degree is optional, but not having a JD is mandatory.]

INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM SEEKS HIGHLY QUALIFIED LITIGATION PARALEGAL WITH INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION EXPERIENCE. PREFERENCE WOULD BE FOR PATENT LITIGATION EXPERIENCE.CANDIDATE MUST HAVE FULL KNOWLEDGE OF ENTIRE LITIGATION PROCESS FROM DISCOVERY TO TRIAL. STRONG SKILLS IN LITIGATION SUPPORT DATABASES SUCH AS CONCORDANCE OR SUMMATION.PREFERENCE FORLARGE FIRM EXPERIENCE, CITE CHECKING AND/OR BLUE BOOKING SKILLS, ABILITY TO DO RESEARCH IN LEXIS-NEXIS AND WESTLAW.MUST HAVE SOLID WORK HISTORY WITH AT LEAST 4 YEARS RELATED EXPERIENCE FROM COMPARABLE LAW FIRM. 4 YEAR DEGREE IS PREFERRED.COMPETITIVE SALARY FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATE. FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION PLEASE SEND RESUME IN WORD WITH SALARY EXPECTATIONS. NO JD'S PLEASE.

Sunday, December 7, 2014

Professional Legal Administrative Assistant

[Ed.-- "Degree preferred but nobody with a law degree" is a fascinating sub genre.  Your law degree is so toxic that it's negative value may be greater than the positive value of your college degree.  But hey, at least you know all about the hairy hand, right?]

https://jobs.washingtonpost.com/job/35729921/professional-legal-administrative-assistant/?rx_job=31724649&rx_source=simplyhired&rx_campaign=simplyhired15&wpsrc=MK0000004&wpmk=MK0000004&rx_medium=cpc


Energetic Legal Assistant sought for busy partner paring.  Must have 3 years litigation experience and knowledge of Virginia courts.   If you are looking for a firm where you can grow, take on additional responsibility and thrive, look no further than this gem of a firm that is right across the street from the Metro.   Degree preferred.  
Job Requirements
Here are the must haves:
  • 3 years legal administrative assistant experience
  • Litigation experience
  • Virginia State Court knowledge
  • Strong MS Office Skills
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Additional Information
Please no JD's

Friday, December 5, 2014

Litigation Secretary/Assistant (Huntington Beach)

[Ed.-- Back after a holiday break!  Let's see if employers still hate law degrees, shall we?]

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/lgl/4770263722.html

Small litigation firm in OC looking for Litigation Secretary/Assistant. Applicant should be well-versed in calendaring rules for Orange and Los Angeles Counties and be able to calendar manually as well as with computerized docketing systems. Applicant must be experienced in filing pleadings in federal and state court, preparing trial binders, and must be proficient (not just familiar) with WordPerfect as well as Microsoft Word. Applicant must have at least 3-5 years of experience. Please send resume and salary requirements via fax to (714) 288-9520 or by email. No phone calls please. No JD's please.

Duties will include:
• Filing documents with Court
• Contacting clients, opposing counsel, etc. by mail, email or phone
• Indexing documents
• Calendaring
• Filing
• Binders for appearances
• Research
• Second line for answering phones, take messages, direct incoming calls to appropriate staff
• Respond to client questions and/or paperwork as needed

Friday, November 21, 2014

Paralegal/Legal Assistant (Broadway Junction)

[Ed.-- "Need someone to learn a lot and quickly.... and if you could learn quickly, then you would not have gone to law school."]

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/lgl/4770858873.html

Busy law firm in East New York area of Brooklyn is looking for a bright individual, with minimal knowledge in Plaintiff negligence, who is willing and able to learn a lot and quickly. Job will include drafting Pleadings, Bill of Particulars and Discovery. An individual we are looking for must be: punctual, eager to learn and willing to work hard. Basic understanding and some experience in the area of claims or litigation is required. This is a demanding position that requires attention to detail and good understanding of litigation, but there is growth potential for the right person. Sorry, no JDs.

Email a resume with cover letter, writing sample and salary requirements.