What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Clayton & Diemer, LLC?
Job Overview
The law firm of Clayton & Diemer, LLC seeks a full-time legal secretary in support of active civil litigation and commercial transaction practice. Competitive candidate demonstrates the ability to support all aspects of civil litigation and commercial transactions including document finalization and court filing. Competitive candidate has familiarity with Microsoft Office 365, legal citation, civil rules and a minimum of three to five years of experience. Clayton & Diemer is a well-established Alaska law firm with a dynamic practice and a vision for the future. We offer competitive compensation for this position ranging from $30-$45 per hour DOE and extensive benefits to eligible full-time employees including paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance, and 401k with matching.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and draft legal documents including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Transcribe dictation and maintain accurate records of all communications.
- Utilize Lexis for legal research tasks.
- Organize and manage case files, ensuring all documentation is filed correctly and efficiently.
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation by gathering necessary documents and evidence.
- Schedule appointments, court dates, and meetings for attorneys.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical standards.
- Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in cases.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role within a law office setting.
- Proficiency in legal drafting and familiarity with legal case management software.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of Litigation, Commercial Transactions, or Estate Planning, is preferred but not mandatory.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the necessary skills to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply for the position of Legal Secretary to contribute to our team's success.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Anchorage, AK 99501 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $45