Bilingual Legal Assistant (English / Spanish)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $21

You must be Bilingual (Spanish) to apply!

We are looking for a self-motivated Legal Assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney

Responsibility

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation

Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts

Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice

Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney

Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions

Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems

Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney's calendar and making travel arrangements

Legal Assistant Qualifications and Skills

Must be able to speak, write and in English and Spanish

Ability to handle electronic and hard copy documents

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Great team player

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1-5 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines

Benefits

Benefits are effective after 3 months of employment

Employer pays 50% of health, dental and vision

100% employer paid life insurance

Paid holiday