Legal Assistant

We are looking for a self motivated Legal Assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
• Administratively support and attend trials
• Prepare case briefs and summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony
• Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars

Skills

• Typing at least 40 wpm
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
• Self-Motivated
• Love working with people

Law Office of Marty J Taylor provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Black-owned organization
• Women-led organization
• Benefits: Paid time off/401K
• Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply for all benefits.
• Only full-time employees are eligible for benefits.
• Work Location: Dallas, TX
• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Why do you want this position?
• When are you available to start?
• What qualities/skills do you possess that will make you perfect for this role?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Legal: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Dallas, TX 75204 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dallas, TX 75204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person