What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Laufenberg Law Offices, LLC?
We are looking for a self-motivated Legal Assistant to assist in smooth running of the office and effective case management. The position is full time at 40 hours per week. General working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wages would be based upon experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to lawyer and office manager to enhance office effectiveness.
- Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
- Locate and develop case relevant information.
- Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence.
- Answer and direct phone calls.
- Maintain and support billing procedures.
- Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars and problem solve.
Skills
- Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary.
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system.
- Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
- Computer literacy
- Proficiency in English
- Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
- Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under timelines.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $22