Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to support attorneys across a diverse range of practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law, family law, civil litigation, and more. The ideal candidate will be energized by a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional organizational skills, and demonstrate a passion for delivering high-quality legal support. In this position, you will play a key role in managing legal documents, conducting research, and ensuring smooth case workflows to help our firm deliver outstanding service to clients.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys, including drafting, proofreading, and editing legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Manage case files using document management systems, ensuring all records are accurate, organized, and up-to-date.
- Assist with client communication by scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Support litigation processes through document review, discovery coordination, and criminal support activities.
- Handle data entry tasks related to case management systems while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
- Perform administrative duties such as filing, answering phones with professional etiquette, managing calendars, and supporting project management initiatives.
Qualifications
- Proven legal administrative experience in a law office setting.
- Strong knowledge of procedural law across various platforms a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) along with document review and transcription skills.
- Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities are essential.
- Strong client communication skills combined with professional phone etiquette.
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high standards of accuracy in data entry and filing.
- Knowledge of various practice area, case experience and procedural law knowledge is preferred but not mandatory.
Join us in this rewarding role where your expertise will directly contribute to delivering exceptional legal support while advancing your career in a vibrant professional environment!
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
