What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Kenneth P. Hicks, L.C.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support to attorneys and legal professionals, ensuring smooth operations within the law firm. Your energetic approach and organizational skills will help facilitate legal research, document preparation, administrative tasks, and client interactions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in legal procedures while contributing to a professional and fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence
- Manage filing systems both physically and electronically to ensure easy retrieval of case files and records
- Assist with the preparation of case summaries, reports, and presentations for attorneys
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding promptly to client inquiries and scheduling meetings
- Organize and maintain legal documents, ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards
- Support attorneys with administrative tasks such as calendar management, document organization, and meeting coordination
Qualifications
- Proven experience in drafting legal documents
- Administrative experience in a professional setting, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department
- Paralegal experience is highly desirable but not mandatory
- Excellent writing skills with attention to detail and clarity in communication
- Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently
- Familiarity with filing systems, document management software, and legal databases
- Customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members
Join us to be part of a dedicated team where your skills will make a meaningful impact! We value energetic professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to grow their legal career.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22