Legal Secretary

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys by managing administrative tasks, conducting legal research, and assisting with the preparation of legal documents. This position requires a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures, particularly in criminal law.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence with attention to detail.
• Manage case files, ensuring all documents are organized and up-to-date.
• Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently to maintain client records.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal matters to gather information and provide updates.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls with professionalism
• Ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines for filing documents.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems.
• Perform general administrative duties including copying, scanning, answering the phones and data entry

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or similar administrative role in a law office
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and court systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in legal administrative tasks with experience in legal drafting preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Previous experience in a law firm or legal environment is preferred but not mandatory.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Lewisburg, WV 24901 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lewisburg, WV 24901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30,000