Description
We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant who can help the busy attorneys and paralegals at our law office assist our clients. You'll be responsible for managing office correspondence, including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings, and ensuring our legal team is aware of upcoming deadlines. You'll also assist with preparing simple legal documents, and perform any other tasks as needed to ensure our firm is operating efficiently. If you work well in a fast-paced environment and consistently deliver a high-quality work product, reach out to us today!
Responsibilities
•Lead the front reception area and greet current and potential clients.
•Answer all incoming calls and email inquiries.
•Schedule initial consultations and manage intake paperwork.
•Set up the conference room for client and internal meetings.
•Manage client case management software and update and organize client files.
•Work with paralegals in completing basic pleadings and in organizing trial notebooks.
•Schedule client meetings and send out reminders and follow-up correspondence to clients.
•Input monthly client expenses and send out invoices.
•Process payments.
•General administrative duties.
Qualifications
•Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills
•Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary
•Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
•Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
•Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products