What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant - Amarillo position at Dunham & Jones Law Firm?
Our growing criminal defense law firm seeks to add another Legal Assistant, in our Amarillo office, to service our growing client base starting immediately. We operate a busy and highly successful practice with 20 offices supporting over 100 Attorneys. We primarily handle criminal defense misdemeanors and felonies, focusing on DWI cases. We operate as a highly cooperative and collaborative firm, helping to ensure all of our clients receive the best possible service. Our team is detail-oriented driving our growth into new and old markets.
Please submit a resume and cover letter.
Benefits:
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance
- Life & Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
Responsibilities and duties:
- Assist clients via phone, email, and in person with questions or concerns
- Provide assistance to attorneys when requested
- Act as liaison between court clerks and the firm
- Enter new clients into the case management system and maintain the file
- Filing, backup phone operator & other clerical duties
Qualifications:
- 1 year of legal experience is desired but not required;
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) is desired but not required.
Requirements:
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively
- Proficient in using document management systems and other legal software
- Attention to detail for accurate data entry and proofreading of legal documents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong file management skills to maintain organized physical and electronic files
Note: Previous experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role is preferred, but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20