Hooks Meng & Clement is looking for an efficient, organized Legal Assistant to help our attorneys assist our clients and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents and handle all office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. 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 counsel and defend employers, insurers, third-party administrators, and others in the areas of Workers’ Compensation, subrogation, occupational safety and health, subsequent injury, and related matters. We protect and empower our clients by successfully navigating the constant challenges on a sea of complex, arcane statutes and regulations we call Industrial Relations Law. Our office specializes in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Defense, OSHA Employer Representation, Subrogation, Subsequent Injury, and Industrial Insurance Litigation. Our expertise and experience in Industrial Relations Law is simply unparalleled in the State of Nevada. Our practice is fast-paced and challenging.

$50,000 yearly

• Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records with assistance from the accounting department
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to create various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when requested
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly
• Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
• Arrange travel, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events

• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
• Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records with assistance from the accounting department
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to create various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when requested
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly
• Responsible for supporting attorneys by performing a variety of administrative duties
• Strong communication skills are required for frequent interaction with court personnel, opposing counsel, and clients
• The candidate must be detail-oriented
• Have strong organizational skills
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to prioritize work effectively

• Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills
• Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to type at least 50 WPM
• 1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant
• Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in the legal industry is highly desired
• An Associate’s degree or some college is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is necessary
• Candidates must have worked with legal software, case management, and docketing programs
• Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position
• Familiarity with legal documents and terminology
• Strong customer service, personal, and communication skills
• We expect you to be proficient in the use of standard office software including email and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• As we are largely paperless, you will need to understand how to work in a digital environment with PDFs and other digital file formats
• Able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
• Courteous and professional demeanor
• Able to work as a team with attorneys
• A valid driver's license is required

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work culture

Join Us:

If you’re passionate about HR and eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic legal environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team at HMC!

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.