Legal Assistant

Job Description

• File documents with courts including pleadings, motions, answers, discovery, orders, etc.;
• Client billing, conflict checking, file opening, and file maintenance;
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with internal and external entities;
• Assist with trial preparation/coordination;
• Proofread, draft, and send correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents;
• Bates numbering/labeling documents;
• Calendar deadlines;
• Ensure that attorney time sheets are entered in a timely manner;
• Typing, filing, photocopying, etc., as time permits and as requested;
• Productive and amicable collaboration with coworkers;
• Provide legal support to a diverse population across dynamic settings;
• Independently manage time, including the ability to assess priorities and meet deadlines with short notice;
• Maintain courteous interactions and provide efficient service to internal and external entities;
• Follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of attorneys, clients and staff;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED;
• 1 - 3 years of experience providing legal support in mid-size or large-size law firm;
• Must have excellent organizational skills; demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and flexibility, be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-task legal environment;
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality;
• Solid working knowledge of general office procedures and office equipment;
• Computer literacy including strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word;
• Ability to remain focused and perform essential duties despite time constraints and interruptions;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Business school/college certificate(s) or degree(s);
• Working knowledge of a document management system.

Schedule:

7.5 hour shift | On-site | Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Employment with our organization is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will include a criminal history check and may include verification of employment and education. A credit check may be conducted where appropriate based on the responsibilities of the position. By applying, candidates acknowledge and consent to this process in accordance with applicable laws.