Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to join our legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support for a small law office specializing in civil litigation, condemnations and criminal law. The ideal candidate will manage complex tasks, case management software, and ensuring smooth office operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about legal support, this position is perfect for you!
Duties
- Provide executive administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
- Manage legal case files and document management systems to ensure organized recordkeeping and efficient retrieval of information.
- Assist with client communication by answering inquiries professionally and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Support litigation processes through document review, filing court documents electronically or physically, and tracking case deadlines.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrative Assistant with familiarity in law office procedures.
- Strong knowledge of procedural law across multiple practice areas including civil litigation, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, and criminal law.
- Skilled in using document management systems; adept at data entry and file organization.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills for client interaction and internal collaboration; professional phone etiquette required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel PowerPoint) along with familiarity with legal-specific software.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information discreetly and responsibly.
- Paralegal experience or additional certifications in legal support are not mandatory.
Join our team to be part of a vibrant environment where your skills directly contribute to delivering exceptional legal support services! We value proactive professionals who are eager to grow their expertise while supporting our attorneys in achieving successful outcomes for clients across diverse practice areas.
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
