What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Administrative Assistant position at Waite Law Office LLC?
We are looking for a versatile and reliable Legal Administrative Assistant at a small law firm focused on criminal defense.
To ensure success as a Legal Administrative Assistant, you should exhibit excellent communication skills and competency in an office environment. Office experience is preferred, but legal experience is not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to attorneys, including managing calendars and scheduling appointments
- Draft, review, and transcribe legal correspondence
- Answering, screening, and logging calls in a professional manner
- Assist in project management by tracking deadlines and ensuring timely completion of tasks
- Prepare for client interviews and assist in gathering necessary documentation
- Create and maintain organized files and records for easy retrieval of information
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Maintaining client confideniality
Requirements
- Proficiency in drafting documents accurately
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
- Spanish proficiency preferred (but not required). Proficiency in other languages (especially Chinese or Creole) could also be an asset.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Experience:
- office environment: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cloverdale, IN 46120 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cloverdale, IN 46120: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18