Job Summary: We are seeking a Legal Records Clerk with a background in legal documentation and file management. This temporary role requires a detail-oriented individual with prior experience in handling legal records or a paralegal background. The position involves retrieving, delivering, filing, creating, and updating legal records on a daily basis. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with physical work such as walking, lifting, and standing throughout the shift.
Job Responsibilities: - Retrieve, deliver, file, and update physical legal records daily.
- Maintain proper organization and confidentiality of legal files.
- Create and manage legal documents according to established procedures.
- Collaborate with legal staff to ensure timely access to documents.
- Perform clerical duties including tracking, labeling, and logging files.
- Utilize a dolly or cart to transport large quantities of files when necessary.
- Follow internal protocols and security measures related to legal documentation.
Required Skills: - Experience handling legal records or working in a legal office setting.
- Paralegal background or training preferred.
- Ability to lift, carry, and walk for extended periods of time.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and time management abilities.
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Skills: - Previous experience in a legal firm or records management department.
- Familiarity with legal filing systems and documentation procedures.
Certifications: None required, but a paralegal certificate is a plus.