Legal Secretary/Assistant

Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Stock options plan Vision insurance Job Summary Transcribes correspondence and documents from digital audio files dictated by attorneys. Prepares legal papers using fill-in forms published by the New York Workers Compensation Board ( Corresponds with clients, witnesses, attorney offices, and WCB via telephone, mail and email. General Accountabilities Prepare and process legal documents and papers, such as pre-hearing conference statements, appeals, rebuttals, memoranda, subpoenas, and settlement agreements. Accurately transcribe dictation created and uploaded by attorneys. Prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Meet deadlines set by laws, judges, clients and attorneys. Communicate clearly and effectively via phone, fax, and email. Enter data in firm case management software. Enter billing information into firm billing software. Organize and maintain law library, documents, and case files. Schedule appointments. Make photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter. Assist attorneys in collecting information. Drafts and transcribes office memos. Treat all with courtesy and respect. *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. Qualifications Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role is preferred Certification or diploma as a Legal Assistant is preferred Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system Strong verbal and written communication skills Highly organized with document management experience Comfortable Microsoft Office and case management software Ability to multitask and work well under pressure Skills Excellent verbal and written communication Active listening Critical thinking Well organized Time management Customer/Client service Transcription Reliability Team player Software Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Excel SpeechLive (digital dictation platform) NetDocuments (document management system) Practice Master (case management system) #J-18808-Ljbffr Stockton, Barker & Mead, LLP