Kirk Palmer & Thigpen, P.A., a twenty (20) attorney law firm just outside of Uptown, seeks a full-time Legal Assistant to provide clerical and case support to our Civil Litigation and Community Associations practice groups. The Legal Assistant will provide support by preparing correspondence, setting up case files, coordinating attorney calendars, gathering client documents for attorney review, corresponding with clients, handling aspects of monthly billing, inputting and maintaining data into client and case logs, organizing paper and electronic files, mail scanning, reviewing court calendars for hearings or trials; and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm or legal department environment, preferably in North Carolina
• A high school diploma or its equivalent, with a degree from an accredited two or four year college or university strongly desired.
• Solid interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• A detail-oriented team player who is a self-starter and knows how to budget their time and juggle tasks
• Excellent computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office 365
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion and good judgment
• Experience with electronic filing in State and Federal courts is preferred
• Knowledge of legal principles, legal research methods, legal terminology, court system and legal procedures helpful

Please respond with a resume along with salary requirements. Your application will be held in the strictest confidence.

Kirk Palmer & Thigpen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from persons of all backgrounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC 28204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person