What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at C&M Legal Search, LLC?
The Legal Assistant position involves providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support for attorneys and paralegals. Key responsibilities include creating, transcribing, and maintaining legal documents and correspondence, screening calls, managing mail, retrieving files, and maintaining compliance with firm procedures. The assistant handles administrative tasks such as preparing conflict checks, coordinating schedules, making travel arrangements, and preparing expense reports. They are responsible for scheduling appointments and coordinating necessary resources, ensuring the timely assembly and delivery of documents, and filing with courts or government agencies while adhering to specific requirements. Additional duties include researching factual information online and fostering teamwork by assisting others as needed.
Key skills required for the role include a typing speed of at least 70 wpm, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures, and strong attention to detail. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent and possess three to five years of legal experience, ideally in a law firm. The position requires strong multitasking abilities, excellent planning and organizational skills, and a professional demeanor.
Key skills required for the role include a typing speed of at least 70 wpm, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures, and strong attention to detail. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent and possess three to five years of legal experience, ideally in a law firm. The position requires strong multitasking abilities, excellent planning and organizational skills, and a professional demeanor.
