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We are a small, busy law firm seeking to fill the position of Legal Assistant on our collections team. Responsibilities of the job include (but are not limited to): drafting of documents such as simple court pleadings, understanding and entering data in the firm's various software programs, answering multi-line telephones and routing the calls to the appropriate person, electronic document transmission and e-filing, client contact, typing of documents, using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, etc.
Ideal candidates would:
- Have a background in customer service or related field;
- Have an enthusiastic interest in the law;
- Be skilled at data entry and reading comprehension, with an eye for detail;
- Be able to follow instructions and procedures with minimal errors;
- Have a confident and outgoing personality;
- Be a team player, exude professionalism, and be able to build rapport with clients, potential clients, and others;
- Be able to prioritize tasks independently, manage their time effectively, and be punctual.
Previous office and/or legal work experience preferred but not required.
Previous collections experience helpful but not required.
Hours are full time Monday through Friday 8:30am–5:00pm.
Schedule is not flexible.
Please submit your resume with a cover letter including whether you wear a watch, and why or why not.
If resume is received without a cover letter, your application may not be reviewed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
