What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant/Office Manager position at Cervantez, Henninger & Associates?
A legal administrative assistant handles the day-to-day operations of a law firm. They act as a critical support system for attorneys and paralegals, handling essential tasks such as drafting and formatting legal documents, managing schedules, maintaining client confidentiality, and coordinating communication with courts and clients. [1, 2]Key Responsibilities
- Document Management: Draft, proofread, format, and file basic legal correspondence, briefs, and pleadings. Assist with e-filing documents with state and federal courts.
- Scheduling and Calendar Management: Coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and trial dates for attorneys.
- Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
- Billing and Administration: Enter time logs, process expense reports, and generate client invoices.
- File Organization: Maintain both physical and electronic case files, ensuring documents are up to date and secure. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000