Legal Assistant

Description We are looking for a dedicated professional to directly support 4-5 attorneys through the performance of administrative and clerical duties. HunterMaclean’s practice groups are broken down into 3 categories: Litigation, Corporate, and Real Estate. Our firm is technological centered. Employees are required to attend continuing skilled based training with our in-house trainer. We are actively looking for employees who will proactively use the technology and other firm resources available to problem solve and continue to improve their work. Duties Handles all billing - Acts as a liaison between accounting and the attorneys to get bills sent out in a timely fashion and maintains files of bills for each attorney; Initiates workflows for new client/matter openings, engagement letters, conducts background checks, and has accounting run conflict checks; Assemble closing documents working closely with assigned paralegal; Heavy formatting of contracts and other documents; Schedules appointments for attorneys; arranges for conference room and/or refreshments; Maintains calendar for attorney; Dockets due dates on calendars; Keeps the attorney on track for upcoming events; Proofreads all documents for spelling, formatting, and grammar; Maintains a high level of computer skills to make content edits and any format changes; Prepares documents for mailing — making sufficient copies for files, preparing envelopes, mailing labels, certified mail documentation, Federal Express or Express Mail, hand delivery, etc. and making sure all enclosures and attachments are included; Digitally files all correspondence and documents in appropriate client files, maintains files; Answers the phone and takes action based on the specific request of the attorneys; Retrieves mail for attorneys; Prepares forms to request checks from accounting; Readily utilizes other resources in the firm to avoid any delays to efficiently complete the work; Other duties as assigned. Requirements Required Skills Minimum 3 years as a Real Estate legal assistant experience is preferred; Willingness to work in a team environment to ensure coverage is provided for all attorneys; Strong problem solving skills; Is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Strong organizational skills; Excellent client service (both internally and externally); Strong communication (both verbal and written); Positive attitude; Willingness to learn; Self-motivated to grow and advance in their career with HunterMaclean; Job Type: Full-Time in person Benefits: Paid Time Off, Full benefits package, 401(k) with matching Schedule: 7.5 hour day shifts Monday-Friday Pay Range: $50k-$58k depending on experience Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement: HunterMaclean is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The Firm does not make employment decisions because of a person’s sex, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, pregnancy, or any other category protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr