Legal Practice Assistant

Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in the Birmingham, AL office for a full-time legal practice assistant. This role involves performing complex administrative tasks that require knowledge of legal terminology and processes, including preparing and filing legal documents, managing calendars, and coordinating logistics for meetings. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with at least two years of experience in a legal setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the legal team while managing a variety of responsibilities.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

• Perform complex administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes
• Prepare, edit, and proof contracts, agreements, motions, pleadings, memos, correspondence and other similar documents and reports
• File documents in probate/district/state/federal court
• Schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings and travel
• Maintain calendars including deadlines and appearances
• Enter billable time and edit time and pre-bills
• Process expense reimbursements
• Answer incoming calls
• Respond to inquiries for information
• Prepare documents for shipment and distribute mail
• Open and maintain client files and organizational documents
• Other responsibilities as needed

THE ESSENTIALS

• At least two years of experience as a legal secretary/assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department environment
• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and ability to type 50 wpm
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Some overtime may be required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you're a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team.

Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits.

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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