What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Law Offices of Tony Morrow?
Job Overview
We are seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our legal team in our Small Lafayette Firm. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in a majority practice of Family Law and Personal Injury. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, including contracts and estate planning materials.
- Conduct data entry and maintain accurate records in legal databases.
- Organize and manage case files using MyCase and other document management systems.
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal matters to gather necessary information.
- Prepare medical & expense summaries for attorney review.
- Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines by maintaining an organized calendar of important dates.
- Support administrative tasks such as filing, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years of proven experience in a legal administrative role or similar position is preferred.
- Familiarity with Family Law or Personal Injury is highly desirable.
- Proficient in data entry with a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Experience using Miscroft Word, WordPerfect and G-Suite Applications is a plus.
- Proficiency in document management systems such as MyCase is advantageous.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for client interaction and documentation purposes.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Paralegal Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Law office: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lafayette, LA 70503 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lafayette, LA 70503: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $25
