We are a professional, agile law firm providing high-quality representation in personal injury and criminal defense. We are currently looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team full time.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong background in legal administration, this is a great opportunity to grow your career. We pride ourselves on offering a modern office setting, hands-on training, and a safe, supportive work environment with excellent company perks.
What You Will Do
- Case Management: Manage and organize legal documents, files, and discovery processes.
- Drafting & Proofreading: Prepare, format, and meticulously proofread legal correspondence and documents for errors or inconsistencies.
- Scheduling: Coordinate appointments, meetings, and court appearances for attorneys.
- Communication: Act as a primary point of contact, coordinating with clients, witnesses, and other parties while providing excellent customer service.
- Administration: Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and assist with heavy clerical tasks like data entry, filing, and transcription.
What We Are Looking For
- Software Proficiency: Strong experience with legal case management tools, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and e-filing systems (specifically PACER & GreenFiling).
- Project Management: Excellent time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks, juggle deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional data entry and proofreading skills to ensure all legal documents are perfectly accurate.
- Experience: Previous experience in a law firm setting, ideally within personal injury or criminal defense, is highly preferred.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.