What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant/Secretary position at Gonzalez & Henley, P.A.?
Bilingual legal assistant for a high volume, fast paced firm located in West Palm Beach. Full time position available to commence immediately.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Help to develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case, drafting correspondence, scheduling depositions, hearings, mediation etc., preparing and e-filing pleadings with the courts, preparing and e-filing discovery requests.
Maintain calendar for deadlines, conference calls, meetings, and court hearings.
Answering phones, routing calls, and greeting clients on an as needed basis and any other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Bilingual a must (Fluent in English and Spanish) (Read and write a plus)
Minimum of 1 year of relevant legal assistant experience in a law firm setting.
Proficiency in MS Word, and Outlook is a must. Knowledge of Client Profiles/Calendar and E-Filing Portal is a plus.
Must have superior organizational skills to effectively manage multiple priorities and demands.
What we seek in a candidate:
Must be a team player, have excellent phone skills, excellent people and social skills, organized and detail oriented, functions well in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to complete multiple tasks within set deadlines.
Must be able to work independently as well as under supervision, have excellent communication and writing skills, and be able to handle a large case load in a timely manner.
We are looking for a hardworking, self-motivated team player.
Please email your resume with a cover letter and in order to be considered. Inquiries without any of the above or without the qualifications listed above will not be considered. You will be contacted if the attorney wishes to interview you. Not all applicants will receive a response.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Legal: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22