Busy litigation firm seeks legal/administrative assistant to provide support to attorneys and paralegal. Minimum 3 years of experience. Legal experience is preferred, but professional office experience would be considered for the right candidate.
Must demonstrate proficiency in proofreading, typing, computer skills, composition of correspondence, document management, and project organization. Essential qualities to include dependability, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritize with awareness of deadlines and time-sensitive duties, capacity to work as a team player, commitment to confidentiality, and solid communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat required. Employer will provide training on customized software and advanced tasks, should the applicant show the expected skills.
Professional advancement is a goal and will be based on demonstrated performance and development. Expected Duties:
Proofreading and finalizing documents prepared by attorneys and paralegal
Court filings and mailings to outside counsel
Preparation of basic correspondence, mailing materials, templates
Assistance with case-specific tasks, including coping, scanning, and organizing documents, preparing electronic documents, and retrieving records from the electronic system as directed
Management of incoming/outgoing documents and usage of document management software
Preparation and organization of electronic case files
Assist with incoming telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail
Work closely with attorneys and paralegal on other case-specific tasks as required