Fast-paced, established law firm with multiple locations is looking to add a legal administrative assistant to its firm. Areas of practice include criminal law, civil litigation, personal injury law, wills and estates, and family law.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to one or more lawyers and/or paralegals
• Staff multiple phone lines, take messages and redirect calls when appropriate; use texting, billing, and case management software where appropriate
• Handle extensive client contact via phone, text, email, and in-person
• Conduct initial screenings of clients, facilitate electronic intakes, transcription during attorney/client meetings
• Follow-up on client billing and accounts and meticulous documentation of communications
• Prepare and manage multiple calendars/agendas and ensure deadlines are met
• Work effectively with a diverse group of clients
• Take files to clerks and courthouses and other errands as needed

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
• Highly organized with ability to juggle and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills, focused attention on detail, completed follow-up on tasks, and the ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision
• Proficient technology skills, including, but not limited to Apple operating system, Microsoft Word, Excel, Dropbox, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Calendar. Technology literacy and willingness to learn new practice technologies and software is required
• Experience with Clio Law Practice Management software preferred
• Experience in criminal law, appeals, and personal injury preferred
• Strong work ethic and professionalism are required
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion
• Solid understanding of, and demonstrated ability to comply with, confidentiality requirements
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record as use of firm’s vehicles may be required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person