Overview
Job Description
Now Hiring: Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Busy Law Firm | Full-Time | $23.00$25.00 per Hour, Depending on Experience
About the Position
Our busy, professional law firm is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Paralegal to provide essential administrative and legal support to our attorneys. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing legal documents and a working knowledge of civil litigation, matrimonial and family law, real estate, and estate planning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, takes pride in producing accurate work, and is committed to providing exceptional client service.
Schedule & Compensation
- Hours: MondayFriday, 9:00 AM5:00 PM
- Lunch: One-hour lunch break
- Pay Rate: $23.00$25.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys in a busy legal practice.
- Prepare, draft, and format legal documents and correspondence.
- Assist with document preparation for civil litigation, matrimonial and family law, real estate, and estate planning matters.
- Maintain, organize, and update client files, case records, and legal documents.
- Coordinate attorney calendars, appointments, and scheduling.
- Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and other parties.
- Answer incoming phone calls, take messages, and direct inquiries appropriately.
- Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages.
- Greet clients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Perform additional administrative duties as needed to support the firm's daily operations.
Required Qualifications
- Working knowledge of legal document preparation in civil litigation, matrimonial and family law, real estate, and estate planning.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and follow established procedures.
- Professional demeanor and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
If you are a motivated legal professional with strong organizational skills and commitment to quality work, we encourage you to apply.
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