Legal Assistant

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented part-time legal assistant to join our growing team! Our firm focuses on business law, as well as real estate law and estates & trusts. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and have a keen eye for details. We are a small team that values every individual's contributions and we understand life involves more than just work.

Duties:

• Assist in preparing legal documents and correspondence
• Manage and organize legal documents using document management systems
• Utilize case management software for time-keeping and files
• Support attorneys in business, real estate, property management, probate, and estate planning law
• Assist in maintaining and organizing case files and records
• Communication within the law office, with clients, other parties, and courts via phone and email
• Manage attorney calendars
• Speak with potential clients by phone and schedule consultations according to practice area
• General office maintenance, including tracking office supplies, processing mail, etc.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associate’s degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred.
• 1 year of experience as a legal assistant or other executive assistant preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.

Schedule:

• 30 hours per week, ideally from 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday but exact hours are flexible.

Additional information:

• One week paid-time-off every six months, earned after first 120 days.

Apply on LinkedIn directly--Please do not call our office regarding this position, we will reach out to you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Work Location: In person