What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Coordinator - Law Practice position at Law Office of M. Erin Wilkins?
A group of five attorneys, including the Law Office of M. Erin Wilkins and Bonenfant & Mayhew, located in Newport, Ky, are seeking a full-time assistant/receptionist. We practice family law, probate, criminal defense, bankruptcy, and other civil legal matters in both Kentucky and Ohio. We are small law firms that put the client experience first and value empathy, collaboration with our clients and opposing counsel, and integrity in all areas of our practice.
The ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:
- Comfortable with technology: the office is primarily paperless and relies heavily on email, electronic filing with the court, electronic scanning and filing of documents in the office, and virtual project management software (experience with Clio is a plus!)
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft office (Word and Excel in particular)
- Experience as an administrative assistant or receptionist in a legal environment
- Must possess the ability to multi-task, and prioritize; and manage workload, clients, and attorneys with a great attitude
- Curious, pro-active, and a problem solver
Some of the responsibilities include:
- Opening the office every week day at 8:30 a.m. and greeting clients and other appointments in the office.
- Answering the phone and transferring calls to the appropriate person, taking messages and general intake for potential new clients
- Electronically filing legal documents using electronic filing systems for Kentucky, Hamilton county, and PACER
- Drafting some correspondence and legal documents, mailing, copies
- General office management: ordering office supplies, keeping kitchen and reception area tidy, managing appointments for the building, etc.
- Interfacing with clients and potential clients via phone and email, scheduling appointments and managing calendars
Benefits include a competitive salary, a Simple IRA with company match, health insurance if needed, generous paid time off (including paid time off for the office closure between Christmas and Year’s) as well as several holidays. If interested, please submit a resume to Erin Wilkins at erin@ewilkinslaw.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Newport, KY 41071 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $25