What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Arnett Law and Mediation, PLLC?
Job Summary
I am seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills. This role is essential in supporting attorneys with various tasks, ensuring that all legal processes run smoothly and efficiently.
Duties and Requirements:
- Answering phone, taking messages, returning calls, utilizing phone technology (i.e. transferring of calls);
- Organizing and maintaining client files;
- Scheduling and maintaining calendar of meetings, events and tasks;
- Scanning documents and saving documents to client files using online programs, such as Dropbox and Mycase;
- Having a pleasant, calm demeanor for interacting with clients, potential clients, court staff, attorneys and the general public;
- Prepare and proof-read documents with accuracy;
- Prepare mailings, including certified mailings;
- Be a current notary public and maintain status as notary at own expense. If not already a notary, become a notary upon hire.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical standards.
Experience in a law office, doctor’s office or similar setting is helpful. Proficient in Word, Excell, PowerPoint, Legal billing and document management software, and Dropbox. Typing, proof-reading and organizational skills are required.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.31 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Paid sick time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Lansing, MI 48917 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lansing, MI 48917: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22