What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Davis & Associates?
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills and a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures. This role is essential in supporting attorneys with various tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of the office, and maintaining compliance with legal standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules, appointments, and correspondence.
- Prepare, review, and file legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
- Conduct legal research using tools such as West Law and assist in gathering information related to cases.
- Transcribe legal documents and correspondence accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain organized case files and documentation for easy retrieval.
- Assist in project management tasks related to ongoing cases or legal matters.
- Stay informed about family law to support relevant cases effectively.
- Collaborate with clients, witnesses, and other parties as needed to facilitate communication and information exchange.
- Perform clerical duties such as data entry, filing, and managing office supplies.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role within a law firm or legal department.
- Proficiency in legal research methodologies and tools, including West Law.
- Familiarity with Logics or similar case management software is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with clients and colleagues.
- Knowledge of family law is a plus but not mandatory.
- Ability to transcribe documents accurately with attention to detail.
- A background in paralegal studies or project management is advantageous.
If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the necessary skills to excel as a Legal Secretary, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.39 - $20.44 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20