Legal Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars by scheduling conferences, depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Monitor deadlines for pleadings, filings, and discovery responses to ensure timely compliance.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, reports, and forms with precision and attention to detail.
• Format and file pleadings, briefs, and other legal materials in accordance with state and federal court requirements, including e-filing.
• Organize, maintain, and update client and case files in compliance with firm policies.
• Support attorneys with case management, discovery coordination, and evidence tracking.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, and external contacts.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold attorney-client privilege at all times.
• Perform additional administrative and case-related duties as needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong proofreading, grammar, and document editing abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Professional.
• Experience with SurePoint and Concur preferred.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision while maintaining collaboration within a team.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively across all levels of the firm.
• Demonstrated judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills within scope of responsibilities.
• Knowledge of legal procedures, court filing systems, and e-filing processes for state and federal courts.
• Rapid learner capable of adapting to new technologies and processes.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience providing legal administrative support in a law firm or corporate legal setting.
• Working knowledge of family law, estate planning, and business law preferred.
• Associate’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent legal training desirable.

Compensation

Competitive compensation will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications, along with standard firm benefits.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000