Legal Assistant

Firm Overview
We joined the legal profession to add value to our community by resolving our clients’ legal problems in appropriate ways. We take a very hands-on, collaborative approach to every case. We know that every case is different and that we would be doing our client a disservice if we were to apply a one-size-fits-all solution. We take full advantage of all available technology in order to provide our clients with the best possible representation.

We work closely with all of our clients to understand the issues they are facing and their expectations with regard to an outcome. We fully explain the law as it applies to our client’s case and present all available options. We help our clients understand the pros and cons of pursuing a particular course of action and make sure they have all the information you need in order to make the best decision for your situation.
 
Candidate Overview
The ideal candidate will efficiently facilitate communications within an office and field interactions with the clients. They will also carry out administrative tasks, arrange staff schedules and manage correspondence. The ideal candidate must have excellent time management skills and be able to multitask. Patience, organization skills and a can-do attitude are important. Legal Assistants should also have basic computer skills.
 
Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls from potential and current clients
• Maintain a schedule for the attorneys and update them on the condition of cases
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the office
• Prepare legal reports and documents
• Manage database entry and client files
• Prepare and mail outgoing correspondence
• Receive and process payments from clients
• Copy and scan documents necessary for cases
• Order and maintain supplies
• Relay messages to attorneys about cases

• High school diploma or GED
• Computer Skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• $15-$25/hour depending on licenses and certifications
• 13 Court Holidays (after 90 days of employment) + 7 Vacation days (vested after 1 year with rollover)
• Lunch Provided Monday-Thursday
• Simple IRA Program (after 90 days of employment)