What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Rice Law Office?
Job Summary
I am seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join my law office. The ideal candidate will support the attorney in various legal matters, including but not limited to family law, social security disability law and estate planning. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Duties
- Assist attorney with legal research and case preparation, utilizing tools such as MyCase.
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
- Transcribe legal documents and correspondence accurately.
- Manage legal case files and maintain organized records for easy access.
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings.
- Schedule appointments, court dates, and meetings for attorneys.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all documentation.
- Provide administrative support within the law office as needed.
Skills
- Proficiency in legal drafting and documentation is essential.
- Familiarity with paralegal duties and responsibilities is a plus.
- Strong writing skills with attention to detail for accurate transcriptions.
- Experience with legal case management systems is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Join our team as a Legal Assistant where you will play a vital role in supporting our legal professionals while gaining valuable experience in the field of law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 31.5 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Coweta, OK 74429 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Coweta, OK 74429: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16