Legal Administrative Assistant- 2961614

Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Location: New Orleans, LA 70170

Salary/Payrate: $70K-$90K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!

Work Environment: Onsite

Term: Permanent / Fulltime

Bachelor’s degree required: No

Referral Fee: $500.00

Job Description

Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to attorneys specializing in medical malpractice and/or personal injury law. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Administrative Support

• Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and court dates.
• Arrange travel accommodations and prepare travel itineraries as needed.
• Answer and screen phone calls, taking messages and directing inquiries as appropriate.
• Draft and proofread correspondence, legal documents, pleadings, and other materials.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems.
  
  

Document Preparation And Management

• Prepare and file legal documents with courts, agencies, and other parties as required.
• Assist with document production, including formatting, editing, and finalizing legal briefs, contracts, memos, and reports.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all documents and correspondence.
  
  

Client Interaction And Communication

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing exceptional customer service and promptly addressing inquiries.
• Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients, and other parties involved in legal matters.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and communications.
  
  

Other Duties

• Assist with billing and invoicing processes, including time entry and client billing.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Perform general office tasks and support other administrative staff as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience.
• 5 years’ experience as a legal secretary or administrative assistant in a law firm setting, with a focus on medical malpractice and/or personal injury
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software applications.
• Excellent typing and transcription skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Familiarity with legal research methods and resources is desirable.