What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Stokes Law Firm, PLLC and Ratliff Law Office?
Job Summary
We are seeking a professional, organized, and client-focused Legal Assistant/Receptionist to support two family law firms in a shared capacity. This position is the front line of our practices, as you will be the first voice clients hear and the first face they see, while also handling case management and administrative tasks behind the scenes.
Responsibilities
- Answer phones, greet clients, and serve as the primary point of contact for client communications.
- Manage incoming calls with professional phone etiquette
- Manage attorney calendars by coordinating meetings/appointments and scheduling hearings and deadlines.
- Assist attorneys with legal case management by organizing and maintaining physical and digital files using document management systems such as MyCase.
- Perform data entry and filing tasks to ensure all client records are accurate, complete, and easily accessible.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while ensuring compliance with legal procedures and regulations.
- Set up new cases in our case management system (MyCase)
- Notarize documents (the ideal candidate would be someone who is already a certified notary, however, we will sponsor notary certification if you are not already commissioned).
- Handle client billing and invoicing.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant within a law office or legal environment.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently and with attention to detail.
- Strong writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities.
- Exceptional phone etiquette and interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients and team members.
We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment that values your growth while ensuring you have the resources needed to succeed in a vibrant law office setting.
This position starts at $20 per hour.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Legal administrative: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Notary Public (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Abilene, TX 79606 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20