What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Bradshaw & Bryant, PLLC?

Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional Legal Assistant to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Word, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to manage administrative tasks in a fast-paced legal environment. You will be responsible for answering phones, greeting clients, transcription, and assisting with a variety of legal administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Microsoft Word Skills: Create, edit, and format legal documents, including pleadings, and correspondence. Ensure documents are accurate, properly formatted, and compliant with legal standards.
Answering Phones: Manage incoming calls, provide information, transfer calls to appropriate personnel, and take messages when necessary. Demonstrate professionalism and a positive attitude when interacting with clients and colleagues.
Greeting Clients: Welcome clients to the office in a courteous and professional manner. Ensure a comfortable and positive experience from arrival to departure.
Transcription: Accurately transcribe audio recordings and legal dictations. Review and edit transcriptions for clarity, grammar, and legal terminology.
Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to attorneys and other legal staff
Client Interaction: Assist with client inquiries, direct them to the appropriate department, and provide updates on case status when needed.
Document Management: Organize and maintain case files, documents, and legal records in both physical and electronic formats.
Additional Duties: Perform any other administrative tasks as assigned by attorneys or supervisors.