About us

Precht Law Firm is a client-focused criminal defense and personal injury law firm that represents clients throughout Louisiana. We believe experience and expertise are the keys that will build a successful case, and you can trust that our firm will put up a bold and aggressive fight for you in trial. We also seek to maintain a strong attorney-client relationship to ensure that we work as a team with our clients; you are not just a number to Precht Law Firm, and we will defend your future relentlessly.

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a professional Legal Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling front desk reception and administrative duties in a legal setting.

**Duties:**

- Greet clients and visitors with a positive, helpful attitude

- Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and friendly manner

- Maintain reception area and all common areas in a clean and tidy manner

- Provide administrative support to lawyers and legal staff

- Assist with scheduling appointments and managing calendars

- Manage incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and faxes

- Assist in the preparation of legal documents and correspondence

- Maintain filing systems, both electronic and physical

- Coordinate meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements

-Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications:**

- Previous experience as a receptionist or in a related field is preferred

- Knowledge of clerical practices and procedures

- Excellent customer service skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively

- Familiarity with legal terminology is a plus

-Spanish language fluency is a plus

If you have a passion for providing exceptional customer service in a legal environment, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lafayette, LA 70501 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lafayette, LA 70501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person