What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at Doggett Law Firm?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, and real estate closing statements
- Organize and maintain legal files
- Conduct legal research on various topics
- Coordinate law office activities such as court dates, appointments, and meetings
- Draft correspondence and communicate with clients
- Handle data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
- Perform proofreading and editing of legal documents
Qualifications
- Proficiency in using legal research tools like Westlaw
- Strong administrative skills with attention to detail
- Knowledge of family law, personal injury law, and other legal areas is a plus
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Experience in a legal setting or familiarity with litigation procedures
- Competency in data entry and maintaining confidentiality
- Previous experience in legal administrative roles is advantageous
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.50 - $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Law office: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Alexandria, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18