What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Poznak Dyer Kanar Schefsky Thompson PLC?
About us
At Poznak Dyer Kanar Schefsky Thompson PLC our attorneys and staff have years of experience serving our local community. We deliver innovative and effective legal solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients. Our passionate legal team takes a personal interest in our clients’ problems and works diligently to achieve the best outcomes. As a full-service law firm, our team members are experts in a wide variety of legal fields. Learn more at www.midlandmilawyers.com
Duties
- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Create and edit spreadsheets in Excel
- Organize and maintain legal files and documents
- Track, manage, and meet deadlines
- Skilled and polished interactions with Court staff, at state and federal courts
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness files
- Prepare correspondence and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel at both state and federal courts
- Schedule appointments, hearings, and meetings for attorneys using Outlook
- Track time and billing using CLIO
- Back up other staff, including answering telephones, filing (paper and electronic), and other duties as needed to support the Litigation Team and the office generally
- Maintain unfailing confidentiality
- Communicate within the firm using Teams
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, and 5 years relevant experience
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Skilled at managing deadlines and calendars
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Familiarity with litigation procedures and court rules
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Generous Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift, Monday to Friday (8am-5pm)
- Flex option - 9 hours per day Monday – Thursday (7:30am-5:30pm) and 4 hours (8am-12pm) Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Pay: From $22.00 per hour commensurate with experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Law firm legal assistant: 2 years (Required)
- Legal Assistant: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22