Legal Assistant/Floater

OVERVIEW:

Seeking highly professional and experienced Legal Assistants to join our team. A Legal Assistant/Floater will have the opportunity to assist various practice areas, as needed. Must be well versed in preparing all types of legal documents and exhibits, calendaring, e-filing with the courts, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides confidential administrative support to attorneys.
• Receives, sorts and distributes incoming mail, faxes and deliveries.
• Performs typing assignments and transcribes dictation involving legal terminology.
• Establishes, maintains, processes and oversees files, correspondence, databases, records, certificates and/or other documents.
• Schedules appointments and performs other duties related to maintaining attorney schedules. May schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences, arranges for conferences and teleconferences.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of standard office procedures, computers and related software applications
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
• Ability to create, compose and edit written communications and materials
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a broad range of clients in a diverse community
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with NetDocs, a plus
• Organized and task-oriented to ensure deadlines are met
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
• Professional in appearance and demeanor
• A minimum of 2-5 years prior Legal Assistant experience, preferred

Cooper Levenson is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 37.50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person