What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Staffing Matches?
We are looking for a part-time (20 hours/week), hybrid, Legal Assistant in Tucson!
In this role you'll support an attorney at an established boutique divorce & estate planning law firm.
Duties include court filings (ie, e-filing), drafting routine pleadings, conducting discovery, and opening and maintaining files throughout the course of legal proceedings.
Computer skills (Adobe Acrobat, Excel and Word), strong drafting abilities, and multi-tasking skills are essential.
This hourly part-time role comes with flexibility so you can choose your schedule. It's perfect for someone who can work 2 - 8 hours daily, Monday - Friday, up to 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Draft routine correspondence and other documents for clients and attorneys
- Draft pleadings, motions, and notices; prepare, organize and distribute discovery; filings/errands in Court; E-filing
- Prepare initial estate plan draft templates
- Process, organize, and distribute confidential and sensitive documents
- Maintain case file and court calendar for client matters
- Prepare courtesy copy packets for judges and correspond with courts on legal case management
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of judge’s standing orders
- Review and analyze financial information submitted by client throughout course of case
- Any additional substantive legal tasks as assigned by Attorney
Requirements:
- 1 years working in a legal setting
- 2 years using Microsoft Word
- Able to pass a background check
- Able to come onsite in the Tucson office once a week
If you have past experience working in legal setting, this could be a great position for you!
Salary : $18 - $25
