Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will provide vital support across a broad spectrum of legal functions, ensuring smooth operations within our law office. Your energetic approach and organizational skills will help facilitate legal research, document management, case preparation, and administrative tasks. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise while contributing to impactful legal work in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and other materials.
- Maintain electronic and physical client files, ensuring documents are organized and readily accessible.
- Manage attorney calendars, appointments, deadlines, and scheduling needs.
- Assist with drafting routine correspondence and legal documents.
- Coordinate meetings, calls, travel arrangements, and communications with clients and third parties.
- Process, organize, and route incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Assist with document management, filing, and records maintenance.
- Support attorneys with matter management, including tracking deadlines and follow-up tasks.
- Assist with court filings, legal calendaring, and document management functions as needed.
- Provide exceptional client service while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Perform other administrative and clerical duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Three or more years of legal assistant, legal secretary, or legal administrative experience preferred. An Associate's degree and strong administrative experience will also be considered.
- Excellent drafting, proofreading, grammar, and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Join us to be an integral part of a dedicated team that values professionalism and precision while fostering growth in the legal field!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
