Legal Assistant - Little Rock

Who We Are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to serve clients and enjoy work/life balance. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Bailey & Galyen. As one of the leading consumer law firms, Bailey & Galyen, Official Law Firm Sponsor of The Texas Rangers— serving Texas as well as the surrounding states for over 40 years is growing through our incredibly talented and diverse team members who are committed to total client satisfaction. At Bailey & Galyen, we cultivate an environment where all team members are provided with the resources and support needed to produce their best work.

Who We're Looking For

Personal Injury Litigation Legal Assistant to assist the attorneys and clients. The role will work with attorneys to manage cases, from case initiation by the client to preparation of the applications using case tracking software and acquisition of the related documents. Provide secretarial support for attorneys by performing clerical and secretarial functions such as typing and transcribing legal and technical materials, providing information to attorneys, scheduling court hearings, preparing subpoenas, maintaining case files, filing documents in state, district and/or federal court, and performing related duties as assigned. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, with a strong client service focus.

What You'll Be Doing

Perform administrative tasks and casework, including:

• Provide general office support for litigation attorneys, for example, maintain and organize files, photocopy, maintain calendars, prepare expense reports, and submit invoices for payment.
• Provide support for the firm’s monthly billing process, track attorney time records and billing.
• Set up new clients in the billing system.
• Prepare correspondence, documents, and presentations; take responsibility for formatting, consistency, and accuracy on time-sensitive, high-profile documents.
• Calculate and calendar court deadlines.
• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents; prepare and finalize basic correspondence and other documents as necessary.
• Establish and maintain paper and electronic filing systems; classify, sort and file correspondence, records, and other documents.
• File pleadings in state and federal trial courts, courts of appeals, and Supreme Courts; communicate with court staff, as necessary; keep current with changes in court rules and filing procedures.
• Perform general research and support activities to assist attorneys.
• Create and maintain a positive working environment; work effectively in teams with enthusiasm and initiative to support the vision and mission of the office.

What You Bring

• Excellent listening and communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work attentively on your own with little supervision
• Assist paralegal and attorney with additional tasks as requested
• Exude a professional, confident, positive demeanor
• Impeccable customer service
• Polished phone etiquette
• Attention to detail and highly organized familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret legal documents.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal research sites.
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Bilingual Spanish and English preferred

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Personal injury law: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person