What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Leeman Law Office?
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: Logansport, Indiana
Job Type: Full-Time, M-F
About Us: We are a small but dynamic law office specializing in appellate work, criminal defense, and family law. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients, and we are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join us.
Responsibilities:
- Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and organizing files.
- Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings for appellate, criminal, and family law cases.
- Case Management: Assist in managing case files, including maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, filing documents with courts, and tracking case deadlines.
- Client Interaction: Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates on case status, and schedule meetings.
- Research: Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents with various courts, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
- Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions, including organizing exhibits and coordinating witness schedules.
- Office Management: Perform general office duties such as answering phones, managing office supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- High School or GED equivalent (required).
- Associate's degree or higher in Paralegal Studies or a related field (preferred).
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Preferred Experience and skills:
- Proven experience as legal secretary or administrative assistant.
- Experience in appellate, criminal, or family law (preferred).
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Knowledge of constitution, legal terminology, regulations and court system.
- Knowledge of MS Office 360 and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems)
- Working knowledge of litigation management software systems is a plus.
- Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people.
Benefits:
- $18-$22
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume to markleeman@leemanlaw.com with the subject line "Legal Assistant Application."
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Logansport, IN 46947 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Logansport, IN 46947: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22