What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Administrative Assistant position at Meagher Geer, PLLP?
Meagher Geer is a nationally recognized litigation firm with a strong tradition of excellence, collaboration, and client advocacy. We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Assistant to join our team and support our attorneys in delivering exceptional legal services.
Key Responsibilities
Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No
Key Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated support to assigned timekeepers, ensuring prompt and accurate assistance
- Prepare and process legal documents and correspondence; perform transcription
- Electronically file legal documents in State and Federal courts in compliance with applicable rules
- Maintain calendars and docket deadlines; manage case information and track developments
- Organize, index, and maintain physical and electronic case files
- Open, review, date stamp, scan, and save incoming mail and documents
- Save email correspondence, RightFax documents, and outgoing materials in the firm’s electronic case file system
- Create and maintain spreadsheets
- Prepare documents and exhibits for oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions
- Submit new file opening requests; prepare and close physical case files
- Track CLE credits for assigned attorneys and maintain compliance records
- Communicate effectively with clients, experts, witnesses, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
- Make travel arrangements and prepare itineraries for attorneys
- Enter time, process expense reports, and perform other administrative duties
- Provide coverage during staff absences and assist with special projects as directed by leadership
- Attend monthly Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) departmental meetings
- Foster positive working relationships with all firm personnel across offices
- High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
- Five years of legal secretarial or paralegal experience required
- Proficient with court procedures and electronic filing systems (State and Federal courts)
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software systems
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Supportive and collegial work culture
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for professional development
- Meaningful work that makes a difference
Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000