What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant/Paralegal position at Sergovic Carmean Weidman McCartney & Owens, P.A?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various areas of law, including family. This role is essential in providing support to attorneys by managing case files, conducting legal research, and ensuring efficient office operations.
Duties
- Assist attorney in preparing legal documents, including contracts and court filings.
- Maintain organized case files and manage documentation for ongoing cases.
- Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently within our case management system.
- Answer phone calls with professionalism, providing excellent phone etiquette to clients and colleagues.
- Schedule appointments and manage calendars for attorney.
- Collaborate with clients to gather necessary information for cases.
- Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.
Skills
- Strong clerical skills with attention to detail in all tasks.
- Experience Preferred.
- Proficiency in using PCLaw or similar legal management software is a plus.
- Excellent legal research skills to assist attorney effectively.
- Ability to file documents accurately and maintain organized records.
- Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional demeanor on the phone.
If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,500.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,500 - $55,000