The Legal Assistant position provides essential support to the attorney by performing a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. This role involves managing schedules, preparing legal documents, conducting research, maintaining files, ensuring that the legal team operates efficiently and effectively.

Job Description/Duties

Document Preparation:
-Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
-Prepare and file legal documents with courts and administrative agencies.
-Assist in the preparation of discovery materials.

Administrative Support:
-Manage attorney schedules and calendars, including coordinating meetings and appointments.
-Answer and direct phone calls and take detailed messages as needed.
-Handle client communications, providing updates and information as directed.

File and Record Management:
-Maintain and organize physical and electronic legal files.
-Ensure documents are filed accurately and in a timely manner.
-Manage records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.

Client Interaction:
-Serve as a point of contact for clients, providing updates and gathering information as needed.
-Schedule and coordinate client meetings and depositions.

Qualifications:

Education:
-Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or a related field preferred.

Skills:
-Bilingual
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
-Strong organizational and time-management skills.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
-Friendly and ability to interact with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
-High levels of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
-Strong problem solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.  

Attributes:
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-High level of discretion and professionalism.
-Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.
-Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment.

Working Conditions:
-May require occasional travel to courts, post office, or other locations for delivery of documents.