What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Mayer LLP?
At Mayer LLP, we believe in doing law differently — with collaboration, innovation and determination at the core. Founded by a team of experienced, entrepreneurial attorneys, we’ve built a firm where client interests come first and teamwork drives results. With a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas, New Mexico and Arkansas and a breadth of practice areas including corporate & securities, litigation, real estate, tax, labor & employment, healthcare and immigration, we serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries. If you thrive in a dynamic, growth-minded environment where your contribution directly matters and you’ll work alongside skilled professionals focused on achieving business-driven legal solutions, Mayer is where you can make an impact.
\n- Greet clients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner
- Answer phone calls, take messages, and direct calls to the appropriate person
- Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings
- Assist with document preparation
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant case information
- Organize and maintain case files in document management system (iManage)
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements
- Maintain and organize client files and records
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and accounting in a professional manner
- Open new files and running conflicts
- Updating docket sheet or information sheet on the file
- Perform general clerical duties such as filing, scanning, and data entry
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and staff as needed
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and legal software (will train on our specific tools)
- Knowledge of e-filing in state and federal courts
- Previous experience working as a legal secretary on the litigation defense side is highly preferred
- Knowledge of court rules and procedures
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm
- 10 company holidays 4 early release days
- 16 PTO days
- Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)
- 401k firm match based on previous year revenue.
- Discretionary year end bonus
- Employee referral bonus program ($2000 - $4000)
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Salary : $2,000 - $4,000