What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Administrative Assistant position at Trustpoint.One?
TrustPoint.One has partnered with an AMLaw 200 firm in their search for a Litigation Legal Secretary to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in supporting attorneys by handling secretarial and clerical tasks, managing schedules, and maintaining files. If you're looking for a fast-paced work environment where your litigation experience and organizational skills will shine, this could be the perfect fit!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide secretarial and clerical support to attorneys
- Open and sort mail, logging attorney time on timesheets as necessary
- Enter attorney time sheets into the system daily
- Answer incoming calls, provide non-legal information, route calls to attorneys, and take messages
- Transcribe dictation using the BigHand dictation system and occasionally prepare correspondence independently for attorney approval
- Prepare legal documents as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines
- Maintain and organize files, coordinating with file clerks as needed
- Schedule depositions, meetings, and appointments for attorneys
- Occasionally deliver or collect documents to/from courthouses or other legal offices
- Make travel arrangements, including booking flights and hotels
- Maintain attorney's diary and calendar system
- Perform additional administrative duties as required to support the legal team
Qualifications:
- 3 years of litigation experience in a law firm or legal environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients and coworkers
- Exceptional organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and thrive in a team environment
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals in a collaborative, fast-paced legal environment. You'll gain invaluable experience in litigation while supporting a leading law firm. This firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth within the firm.
If you have a passion for legal work, a sharp eye for detail, and thrive in a high-energy environment, we encourage you to apply!
Physical Demands of the Position
All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time;
Repetitive movement (i.e. heavy computer/keyboard use).
May require occasional light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.).
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