What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Adams Keegan?
Are you ready to join a collaborative team in a fast-paced AM200 law firm? Do you want to work with a team focused on providing clients with the very best representation? Do you want to work in an office where you are appreciated and valued? Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their team in-office at their Baton Rouge, LA, location.
Inclusivity, collaboration, and partnership make up the foundation that their thriving culture is built on. They are looking for someone who would be excited to join an outstanding team of individuals who are dedicated to supporting the firm’s mission: providing efficient, quality service to their clients. Take your career to new horizons!
What you will do:
- Prepare and revise correspondence, memoranda and legal documents.
- Prepare for large transactional closings.
- Maintain electronic document management system.
- Maintain Outlook calendars.
- Enter daily time in Aderant.
- Reimbursements and check requests, if needed.
What you bring:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- 3-5 years’ experience as legal administrative assistant
- Superior technology skills – proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; experience with iManage and Aderant a plus
- Ability to prioritize, organize and manage workload
- High degree of professionalism and the ability to exercise good judgment
- Punctuality and initiative
- Strong organizational skills
- High School diploma or equivalent required
What You Gain:
- A phenomenal team in an extraordinary firm
- The opportunity to work in a collaborative environment
- Ability to grow professionally and personally
- In-house training and development
- Excellent benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision with wellness component
- Free Telehealth coverage
- Mental Health Counseling through the Employee Assistance Program
- Caretaker Services
- OnePass Gym Membership Discounts
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- MilkStork
- Pet Insurance
- Free Parking
- 401K and profit sharing (after completion of eligibility requirements)
- Generous Paid Time Off Plus Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
This firm is a values-driven organization with a strong sense of community. They are actively involved in community projects in their offices throughout the United States through their Foundation. They believe inclusion is a key driver of innovation and creativity. The firm has long been committed to fostering, maintaining, and celebrating an environment where creative solutions and new ideas are welcomed. They believe a diverse workforce contributes to their competitive advantage.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer