Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled, professional, and dependable Legal Secretary to undertake a variety of legal assisting tasks under the supervision of two attorneys. The position entails providing assistance in drafting documents and pleadings, setting hearings, setting deadlines, and communicating with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to two attorneys.
• Effectively communicate with witnesses, clients, colleagues and other attorneys.
• Greet visitors and perform initial screening of clients as necessary
• Prepare legal documents and pleadings as directed by attorney.
• Preserve an updated case record system
• Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate
• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines and provide timely reminders

Skills

• Proven experience as legal secretary (2 years required)
• Knowledge of Word and state and federal e-file systems; ability to work with legal technology
• Working knowledge of Excel and Quickbooks is a plus
• Proficiency in English including excellent spelling and grammar
• Outstanding time-management and typing skills
• Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people
• Outstanding communication skills, verbal and written
• High School Diploma and 2+ years experience as a legal assistant.

Hours: 8:00-4:00 Mon -Th

8:00-noon on Fridays

Job Type: Full Time (36 hours/week)

Hourly Rate: Negotiable depending on experience

Benefits:

• Friday afternoons off
• Participation in AFLAC benefits program

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Legal Assistant: 2 years ( Required )
• Microsoft Word: 2 years ( Required )
• Google Calendar: 2 years ( Required )

REFERENCES REQUIRED

Small family owned law firm focusing on criminal defense, civil litigation, probate and estate planning.

Company Description

Small family owned law firm focusing on criminal defense, civil litigation, probate and estate planning.