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Legal Assistant

Law Office of John R. Mitchell
River, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

We are a small law firm seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. This part-time position requires a motivated individual who is able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide essential support, ensuring efficient office operations. Legal experience is preferred.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform general office duties including typing documents, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and maintaining filing systems
  • Draft and prepare correspondence, legal documents, and other memoranda based on dictation and verbal instructions
  • Ensure timely and accurate handling of all incoming and outgoing communications
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
  • Provide exceptional customer service by interacting professionally with clients and external contacts
  • Perform general office tasks as needed, including office supply management and administrative support

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer skills (web browsing, email management)
  • Knowledge of Masscourts, Odyssey File & Serve, and various state databases a plus
  • Strong typing and transcription abilities (off-dictation skills preferred)
  • Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills
  • Professional phone etiquette and interpersonal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with a strong ability to prioritize tasks in a busy environment
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information
  • Prior legal assistant or secretarial experience is preferred

Position Details:

  • Part-time, set daily schedule
  • Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Ability to Commute:

  • Fall River, MA 02720 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $19

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