Job Overview
We are seeking a professional, energetic, and highly organized Receptionist/Legal Assistant to join our growing legal team. This position serves as an important first point of contact for our clients while also providing administrative and legal support to our attorneys and staff.
The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and committed to providing exceptional client service. Because many of our clients are navigating stressful and sensitive legal matters, professionalism, discretion, compassion, and excellent communication skills are essential.
This is a paid, in-office position offering an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing or expanding a career in the legal field.
Responsibilities
- Greet clients, visitors, and vendors professionally, managing all front desk interactions with enthusiasm and courtesy
- Answer and manage incoming telephone calls promptly and courteously, including communicating with Spanish-speaking clients.
- Screen and direct calls to the appropriate team member and take accurate, detailed messages when necessary
- Assist with scheduling client appointments, consultations, meetings, hearings, mediations, depositions, and other calendar matters.
- Familiar with MyCase case management program
- Assist with file organization, data entry, filing, and maintaining confidential client records in compliance with privacy standards
Skills
- Fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional and confident telephone etiquette.
- Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills.
- A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- If you are bilingual, organized, personable, and interested in building your legal experience while becoming an important part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Work Location: In person
