What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary- 3597400 position at AMS Staffing Inc.?
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Job Title: Legal Secretary
Location: Jacksonville, Florida 3219 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Salary/Payrate: $45K-$55K and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Onsite
Term: Permanent
Bachelor’s degree required: No
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys in a fast-paced and busy law firm environment. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and experience working within a legal setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports
- Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling meetings, hearings, depositions, and deadlines
- Handle e-filing in state and federal courts
- Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
- Coordinate client communications and respond to inquiries professionally
- Assist with billing, time entry, and expense tracking as needed
- Open new client matters and perform conflict checks
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls
- Support attorneys with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and binders
- Ensure compliance with court rules and filing deadlines
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of legal secretarial or administrative experience
- Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and court systems
- Experience with e-filing in state and/or federal courts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Familiarity with legal software (e.g., Clio, iManage, Aderant, or similar) preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Skills
- Experience in criminal defense
- Strong proofreading and document formatting skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000