Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Seeking Self-Motivated Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Busy downtown law firm with two Attorneys is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Drafting, proofreading and finalizing documents including correspondence, pleadings, briefs, orders, etc.
• Filing documents with the Circuit Court
• Communication with clients, other attorneys, and Court staff on a daily basis
• Scheduling appointments using a multiple-line phone system and Microsoft Office programs
• Processing incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries, sending and receiving faxes and email communications
• Maintaining multiple calendars with precision
• Maintaining day-to-day office environment in orderly manner
• Filing and organizing with exactness
• Handling multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously with excellent attention to detail, follow through ability, and initiative. Balancing multiple immediate directives with day-to-day activities.
• Arriving to work timely, working hard and efficiently, while displaying a polished, professional appearance and outgoing and positive personality.

Required Skills:

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to self-prioritize assignments.
• Highly organized and self-motivated.
• You will deal directly with other employees, other attorneys, clients, potential clients and vendors so a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and professional manner are a must.
• Maintaining poise when stressed.
• Prior experience in a law firm environment is preferred but not necessary.
• A post-high school degree is a definite plus. This position offers the possibility of advancement for the right person.

Please apply with a short statement of interest in this position along with your resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person