Legal Assistant

Newport Beach, California, US on site Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description

PSI is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant in Newport Beach, CA to join our dynamic legal team. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting legal professionals and are eager to learn about the legal field. The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in providing administrative support, managing correspondence, maintaining files, and assisting with research and document preparation. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, a commitment to maintaining confidentiality, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment. This opportunity is perfect for someone looking to start or advance their career in law.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; an associate's degree or paralegal certificate is a plus.
  • 3+ years of experience in a legal setting preferred.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic legal software.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Training & Development
About this role

Summary

Provide administrative support, manage files, assist with research and legal documentation

Job title

Legal Assistant

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

legal

Location requirements

Newport Beach, CA, on-site role, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

legal softwareMicrosoft Officecommunicationdiscretion

Preferred skills

paralegal certificatelegal research

Specializations

legal supportdocument managementresearch
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Newport Beach, CA, USA

On-site City