Our busy legal firm is looking for applicants who live in Nevada with great organizational skills, the ability to multitask, self-motivation, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and help wherever needed for our Carson City office. Must be a dedicated professional with a positive attitude. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents and handle office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings, and calendaring. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you.

Hooks Meng & Clement specializes in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Defense, OSHA Employer Representation, Subrogation, Subsequent Injury, and Industrial Insurance Litigation by defending employers, insurers, third-party administrators, and others. No other industrial relations law firm in Nevada can rival our qualifications in those specialized areas. Our practice thrives on being the best at what we do.

This is an in-office position (Non-Remote).

$45,000 DOE

• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
• Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to create various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation
• Proofread documents as needed
• Make copies, fax, and scan documents
• Prepare packets for hearings and courts
• Responsible for supporting attorneys by performing a variety of administrative duties to ensure the firm and cases run smoothly
• Answer phones, take messages, and assist callers
• Communicate with court personnel, opposing counsel, and clients
• Organize files and upload documents to the appropriate matter while using case management software
• Type various letters to interested parties
• Request new matter numbers and close files as required

• Associate Degree or higher preferred
• Must be able to type 50 wpm or faster with a high rate of accuracy
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficient in the use of standard office software, including all Microsoft Office products
• Experience with legal software, billing software, case management, and docketing programs is preferred, but not required
• Experience in the legal industry is highly desired
• Familiarity with legal documents and terminology
• Ability to provide excellent customer experience, utilizing strong customer service for frequent interaction with court personnel, opposing counsel, and clients
• As we are largely paperless, you will need to understand how to work in a digital environment with PDFs and other digital formats
• Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work as a team with attorneys and other staff as well as discipline to work on their own
• May require a valid Nevada Driver’s license

About Hooks, Meng & Clement: We are a dynamic law firm with over 30 attorneys, specializing in a diverse array of legal domains and serving a broad spectrum of corporate clients. Our commitment to excellence, ethical practice, and client satisfaction has solidified our position as a leader in the legal sector.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Collaborative work culture.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• A vital role in a prestigious and growing law firm.