What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant - Entry Level Legal Assistant/Clerical position at Bennett Jacobs & Adams, P.A.?
Job Summary
Bennett, Jacobs & Adams, P.A. is seeking candidates with a positive attitude who are dependable, organized, detail oriented and possess the ability to work successfully as part of a team. Candidates need to have a can-do attitude and a willingness to help out as needed. Individuals with an interest in the field of law may find this a great opportunity to assess the inner workings of a law firm.
This is an entry level position which may produce an opportunity for upward movement and long-term growth. This position is full-time, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an hour for lunch. Full-time employees are eligible for additional benefits.
Responsibilities and Duties
As a legal assistant, you will perform the following essential job functions including but not limited to:
-Electronic organization of documents/Chronological order
-Electronic Filing;
-Scanning and copying documents;
-Helping paralegals assemble trial exhibits and prepare binders;
-Able and willing to run daily errands, including picking up mail, taking packages to be shipped;
-Assisting other Legal Assistants with basic Discovery and Scheduling tasks;
-Expected to learn from, and pitch in to help other staff when needed;
Qualifications and Skills
Other requirements of the position include:
-Must have valid Florida driver’s license with reliable transportation for running daily errands (errands may be 1 mile up to 100 miles round trip);
-Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and using a Copier/Scanner;
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must;
-Able to present and conduct self in a professional manor in front of Clients/coworkers;
-Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
-Willing to jump in and help wherever needed.
Benefits
Bennett, Jacobs & Adams offers all full time employees work benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Group Life Insurance, 401K matching up to 4%, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Long Term Disability Coverage.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16