What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Port City Legal, LLC?
We are looking for an experienced legal assistant/paralegal to add a new valued member to our team. The successful candidate will have experience interacting with the courts and other members of the legal community. Probate/estate planning experience is a plus.
Experience and skills are highly valued but character counts, too. We've built a nice little firm full of pleasant people who do really good work in a relaxed office environment. Our work space is beautiful and features a kitchen, private offices, lots of sunshine, beautiful artwork, and a "living room" for gathering. Parking comes with the job, if needed.
Position requires you to be in the office daily during business hours. Professional appearance required as clients are often in the office too. We would consider part-time for the right person.
Responsibilities include:
*Answering phone, communications with clients/potential clients/courts/other legal professionals in a professional, confidential manner.
*Utilizing billing and other software to management documents, track tasks, bill clients, and calendar court events and client meetings.
*General administrative duties including proofreading, data entry, and filing.
*Assisting with legal document preparation, signing, and filing.
*Providing our clients with compassionate care and expertise.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
- Paralegal: 1 year (Preferred)
- law office: 2 years (Preferred)
- law office or court : 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, ME 04101 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000