Job Description
Job Description
Job Overview : We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to join our team. This role is critical in supporting attorneys and the Office Manager with high-level administrative, legal, and office management tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, an ability to multitask in a fast-paced legal environment, and a commitment to maintaining firm procedures and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Analyze and process data to ensure adherence to workflow expectations set by clients and the firm.
- Update and document the status of assigned accounts using internal case management software.
- Prepare legal documentation for attorney review and ensure all materials are complete and accurate.
- File pleadings (paper and e-file) with various state-specific court systems.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with internal team members and external parties.
- Adhere to the Firm's established standard operating procedures.
- Review and assemble legal documents for court, ensuring proper signatures, notarizations, and inclusion of exhibits.
- Obtain missing or updated information through telephone, mail, fax, or online research.
- Monitor account and case statuses, advancing cases to the next appropriate action as needed.
- Handle document photocopying, faxing, e-filing, and mailing.
- Contact courts to verify document service and filing status.
Qualifications :
Previous experience in a legal assistant or administrative support role preferred.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software (training provided if necessary).Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.Familiarity with court procedures and e-filing systems is a plus.Other Work Requirements :
May be required to occasionally work extended hoursSuccessfully pass pre-employment testing including criminal background check, credit check, and drug testingBenefits :
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, the cost of which is shared between the firm and the employeeLife insurance fully paid by the firmLong-term disability insurance fully paid by the firmPaid PTO and holiday time401(k) Qualified Retirement Plan, with up to a 4% yearly employer matchSection 125 Plan