Legal Administrative Assistant

We're seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You'll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you're an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities:
• Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys and paralegals
• Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed
• Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department
• Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Maintain attorney calendar as well as diary-appropriate dates.
• E-filing. Qualifications:
• Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute
• Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products
• Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs
• At least 3-5 years of previous legal experience, preferably personal injury. Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000

• Maintain attorney calendar as well as diary-appropriate dates.
• E-filing.

Compensation:
$55,000-$65,000 per year