Legal Assistant

Responsibilities Prepare and process legal documents, letters and forms from dictation or written format, such as summons, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, warrants and agreements. Proofread, mail, fax, and/or arrange for delivery and pickup of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials. Maintain internal and external phone and email correspondence. Serve as back up Receptionist for breaks and lunches as well as days off of Firm Receptionist. Prepare e‑file documents to meet court requirements, confirm specific fees needed, and follow‑up to confirm court acceptance. Document court‑specific e‑file requirements, including rules and fees. Scan, copy and organize documents and other printed matter. Notarize legal documents. Examine status of files, daily reviews, releases, incoming mail, court docket to determine next course of action; update accordingly in file management software. Monitor case status and update parties involved internally or externally. Manage daily assignments generated by case management system. Qualifications Have solid written and verbal communication skills. Are detail‑oriented and organized. Handle high work volume efficiently. Able to multi‑task upon request. Education / Training / Experience High school diploma or GED. Paralegal certification and/or law firm experience preferred. Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel. Notary Certificate required. Benefits JB LLC offers a comprehensive benefits program including paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, and life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. In addition, we offer short‑term and long‑term disability insurance and a 401(k) program. We also offer a business casual work environment with dress‑down Fridays. You can learn more about Javitch Block LLC at . Javitch Block LLC has offices in Cleveland and Cincinnati, Ohio; Kentucky, Indiana, Texas, West Virginia, and Tennessee. Our clients include banks, taxing authorities, credit unions, savings and loans, finance companies, department stores, credit card companies, landlords, medical organizations, commercial businesses, collection agencies, insurance companies, education facilities, utility companies, law firms, manufacturers, oil companies, publishing companies, radio stations, vending companies, public utilities and accounting firms. #J-18808-Ljbffr