** Compensation and Benefits Package are commensurate with experience.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a self-motivated Legal Assistant to ensure office efficiency and effective case management. Incumbent will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provides high-level administrative support and assistance to the attorney and/or other assigned staff.
- Manages client communication and customer service, including greeting clients and answering phone calls.
- Performs clerical and administrative tasks including handling mail, drafting letters, memos, invoices, reports, and other documents.
- Schedules meetings.
- Receives incoming communication, including mail or memos, on behalf of the legal office and/or distributes communications to appropriate staff.
- Performs office tasks including maintaining and filing records, ordering supplies, preparing conference rooms, and performing basic bookkeeping.
- Transcribes dictation.
- Prepares basic legal documents and correspondence.
- Researches, locates, and/or develops case-relevant documents and information.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Extensive knowledge of office administration, clerical procedures, and recordkeeping systems.
- Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software.
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field preferred.
- At least two years of related experience or a combination of education and experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person