Legal Assistant
- Document Preparation: Draft, update, proofread, and format pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents for court filings, client delivery, or internal use.
- Deadline Management: Track and communicate key dates to attorneys and stakeholders, ensuring timely task completion.
- File Maintenance: Maintain organized and professional client files and case records, making information easily accessible.
- Technology Utilization: Work effectively with firm systems, including the document management system, Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, and time/billing software.
- Client & Case Management: Open new client matters, coordinate conflict checks, and ensure proper closure of matters following firm protocols.
- Administrative Duties: Time entry, manage attorney calendars, schedule appointments, draft routine correspondence, process incoming mail, and manage electronic filing.
- Billing Assistance: Review, proofread, and edit pre-bills according to attorney instructions.
- Team Collaboration: Provide support to other legal assistants and perform additional administrative tasks as needed.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan
- Additional Perks: Flexible voluntary benefit options to address your personal needs
- Professional Environment: Work with a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to delivering legal excellence and outstanding client service
- Education: High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience: Minimum of two years of litigation experience in a law firm or in-house legal department is required
- Skills:
- Solid understanding of legal terminology and grammar
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and a willingness to enhance technical skills
- Strong proofreading and editing abilities
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication (oral and written) and time management skills
- Professionalism: Must maintain confidentiality, demonstrate reliability, and provide excellent client service
- Teamwork: Ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and staff
- Prioritization: Effectively manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced legal environment to ensure timely and accurate completion of assignments
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