Paralegal Legal Secretary

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, excellent time management abilities, and the capacity to work efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, motions, and other legal filings.

Manage attorney calendars, appointments, court dates, deadlines, and client meetings.

Maintain and organize physical and electronic client files.

Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties.

Assist with case management, document collection, and file preparation.

File legal documents with courts and government agencies in accordance with applicable rules and deadlines.

Answer and direct telephone calls, greet clients, and provide administrative support.

Coordinate mail, email, and document delivery.

Monitor deadlines and assist attorneys in ensuring timely completion of legal matters.

Perform data entry, billing support, and other administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or legal secretary certification preferred.

Possess a valid Driver's License

Previous experience in a legal office preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, and Excel.

Strong typing, proofreading, and document preparation skills.

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.

Ability to occasionally lift and move files and office supplies up to 20 pounds.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Holiday paid time off

Health insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and value professionalism, integrity, and dedication to client service.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person