Legal Assistant

Hybrid – After 6 months- In Office (4) Days/ (1) Work from Home Summary Responsible for managing day-to-day administrative tasks for two to three attorneys. Daily tasks include client communication, calendaring, billing, court filings, conflict checks, and other tasks as assigned. Responsibilities Organize paper files and client documents through use of a document management system. Conduct conflict checks and enter new matters into the LEAP system. Enter attorney time into LEAP system for monthly billing. Calendaring and staying on top of all deadlines through use of Microsoft 365. Scheduling depositions, site inspections, hearings, closings, and meetings for lawyers and other legal staff. Preparing pleadings, legal documents, and notices, and updating transactional documents with the most recently negotiated language. Assisting attorney in collecting and organizing legal and factual documents. Ability to transcribe dictation notes into formal documents. Communicating with opposing counsel and other parties, clients, judicial administrative staff, and vendors. Transmitting emails and correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials by electronic filing, mail, messenger, or fax in limited circumstances. Completing administrative forms, such as continuing legal education and billable time for client files. Coverage of reception desks for lunch or breaks as needed. Qualifications 1-3 years legal assistant experience or equivalent skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment with minimal supervision. Possess strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to organize and track overlapping tasks and assignments, with frequent priority changes. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively. Highest standard of professionalism and integrity. Strong technical capability and intermediate skills in using MS Office Tools Education and other designations 1-3 years’ law firm experience preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Wadleigh, Starr & Peters, P.L.L.C.