Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. This vital role involves providing comprehensive support across various legal disciplines, ensuring smooth operations within the firm. The ideal candidate will be energized by complex legal tasks, possess excellent organizational skills, and demonstrate a passion for delivering exceptional legal support. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in diverse areas of law while contributing to impactful legal work.
Duties
- Assist attorneys with case preparation, document drafting, and legal research across multiple practice areas including estate planning, family law, and litigation support.
- Manage and organize legal documents using document management systems
- Review, proofread, and draft legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
- Support client communication by scheduling meetings, preparing case summaries, and maintaining professional phone etiquette.
- Handle procedural law requirements including filing documents with courts, maintaining case files, and tracking deadlines.
- Assist with client interviews and gather relevant information for case development while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Support attorneys in managing multiple projects simultaneously through effective project management techniques.
- Provide executive administrative support by managing calendars, coordinating appointments, and handling correspondence efficiently.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Work Location: In person
