What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at gpac?
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our legal team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative and communication skills and have a passion for the legal field. This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development within a dynamic legal practice.
Key Responsibilities :
- Draft and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
- Manage case files and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
- Assist with legal research, including case law and statute searches.
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and court appearances.
- Handle client communications, including phone calls, emails, and follow-ups.
- Maintain and organize case calendars and deadlines to ensure timely filing of legal documents.
- Prepare discovery responses and assist in the preparation of trial exhibits.
- Support attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
- File legal documents with courts and government agencies.
- Perform general office tasks including managing phone calls, filing, and data entry.
Qualifications :
Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documents.
Benefits :
Salary range is based on experience and may differ from what is stated in the posting. All conversations will be kept confidential.
To be considered, please apply with a resume or submit confidentially to Lindsay Campeau to lindsay.campeau@gogpac.com, or call (517) 855-2199.
You can also connect with me at https : / / www.linkedin.com / in / lindsaycampeau /
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
