Legal Secretary

We're seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist our 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
• Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
• Use daily time records to properly process client billing with support 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 Qualifications:
• Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs
• Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Applicants must be able to type 50 words per minute or faster
• Associate's degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary
• Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills Compensation: $25,000 yearly

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Compensation:
$25,000 per year