What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Mendes & Mount LLP?
Mendes & Mount LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support partners and attorneys in the Litigation department. This role is a great opportunity for someone with law firm administrative assistant experience who enjoys working closely with attorneys.
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in busy litigation department with drafting of various legal documents.
- Assist attorneys with timesheets and reports.
- Handle word-processing: pleadings, discovery, depositions, notices, correspondence, memos, and briefs.
- Prepare and format Excel spreadsheets.
- Edit, format, proofread and finalize legal pleadings which include preparing table of contents and table of authorities.
- Screen and forward telephone calls to appropriate recipient.
- Type accurately and proofread work. Assist with formatting Letters, Memorandums, Briefs, Motions, etc.
- Prepare New Case Forms & E-mail New Case Opening.
- Enter time in 3E.
- Prepare Check Request forms.
- Prepare Amex and Out of Pocket Statements.
- Prepare Travel Authorization Forms, Travel Memos, & Benefit Day Memos.
- Organize various binders w/ tabs.
- Photocopying & Filing
Additional Responsibilities:
- Reception coverage on a daily/ weekly basis.
Job Qualifications:
- Expert knowledge of Legal Documents.
- Expert knowledge of Word and Excel.
- TOA and TOC knowledge preferred
**Temp-to-perm potential based on performance and business needs**
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000