What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Manley & Brautigam PC?
We are looking for a self-motivated Legal assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney or paralegal.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to lawyers and paralegals, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and organizing files and documents.
- Assist in drafting legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings motions, and other legal filings.
- Handle communication with clients to gather information, schedule appointments, and provide updates on case progress.
- Conduct basic legal research using online databases or libraries to gather information relevant to cases, under the direction of a lawyer or paralegal.
- Responsible for organizing and maintaining case files, including electronic and physical documents, to ensure they are easily accessible for attorneys and paralegals
- Assist with filing documents with courts and government agencies, ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements.
- Share office tasks with other legal assistants such as answering phones, managing calendars, drafting correspondence etc.
Requirements
- Proven working experience as legal assistant
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
- Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
- Computer literacy; proficiency with MS Office
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of case management software
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams in legal office environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Anchorage, AK 99501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $30