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About the role
Overview We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills, excellent research abilities, and a solid understanding of legal procedures. This role offers an opportunity to work in a professional environment where precision, confidentiality, and efficiency are paramount. The Legal Secretary will play a vital role in managing case files, preparing legal documents, and ensuring smooth office operations. Prior experience in legal settings and proficiency with legal research tools are highly valued.
Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, and review legal documents, correspondence, and filings with accuracy and attention to detail
- Manage case files document management systems
- Assist with project management tasks related to ongoing cases and deadlines
- Organize and maintain filing systems, both electronic and physical, ensuring easy retrieval of documents
- Perform data entry tasks accurately to update case information and client records
- Coordinate interviews and meetings with clients, witnesses, or experts as needed
- Handle phone inquiries with professionalism and maintain excellent phone etiquette
- Support attorneys with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and preparing reports
- Perform clerical tasks such as copying, scanning, faxing, and mailing documents
Experience
- Previous administrative experience in a legal environment is preferred
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Excellent proofreading, writing skills, and attention to detail are essential
- Ability to perform data entry accurately while maintaining confidentiality
- Strong communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette
- This position provides an engaging opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting legal professionals through meticulous administrative work. Candidates should demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy in all tasks.
Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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