Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Legal Assistant to support our legal team in various capacities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures, with prior legal experience. This position may assist attorneys and paralegals with litigation for non-profits, oil company clients, corporate work, Estate Planning , Probate or Business Documents for our clients. This role requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyers and paralegals, such a managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and organizing files and documents.
• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, schedule appointments, and provide updates on case progress.
• Conduct basic legal research using online databases or libraries to gather information relevant to cases.
• Responsible for organizing and maintaining case files, including electronic and physical documents, to ensure they are easily accessible to attorneys and paralegals.
• Assist with filing legal documents with courts and government agencies, ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Assist with tracking billable hours, preparing invoices, and managing client billing records.
• Share general office tasks with other Legal Assistants such as answering the phones when required, managing office calendars, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams in a legal office environment.

Requirements Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal is preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook. Prior experience with Law Office Management Software preferred.
• Familiarity with various areas of law, legal terminology and documentation is advantageous.
• Strong skills in legal drafting and proofreading to ensure high-quality documentation.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong clerical skills including attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the necessary skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Assistant.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Legal: 2 years (Required)

Manley Brautigam Bankston P.C. unites the experience of Alaskan attorneys focused on the firm's targeted practice areas and has achieved the distinguished "AV" rating from peers and Martindale Hubbell® for its excellence.

The firm sees its greatest attributes as the level of education of its attorneys, the professionalism with which it provides services, and its ability to deliver smart and experienced legal advice to our clients. We strive to understand our clients’ needs, and we want our clients to understand the actions we recommend and the documents we prepare. We do our best to avoid unnecessary complexity in the estate plans and business transactions we recommend. Everyone in our firm knows our clients’ time and resources are very important.

Company Description

Manley Brautigam Bankston P.C. unites the experience of Alaskan attorneys focused on the firm's targeted practice areas and has achieved the distinguished "AV" rating from peers and Martindale Hubbell® for its excellence.\r\n\r\nThe firm sees its greatest attributes as the level of education of its attorneys, the professionalism with which it provides services, and its ability to deliver smart and experienced legal advice to our clients. We strive to understand our clients’ needs, and we want our clients to understand the actions we recommend and the documents we prepare. We do our best to avoid unnecessary complexity in the estate plans and business transactions we recommend. Everyone in our firm knows our clients’ time and resources are very important.