Front Desk Legal Assistant

Sodoma Law is a family law firm with 7 offices across North Carolina and South Carolina. Over the years, our practice areas have expanded to include trusts and estates, adoption, mediation, immigration and more. As our areas of practice grow, so does our footprint across the Carolinas.

We are seeking a Front Desk Legal Assistant for our Belmont, North Carolina office who can support the day-to-day operations of the firm by handling mail, greeting clients, assisting with document management, file organization, calendaring, going on daily court runs, conducts the client intake process and other administrative duties.

Our front desk legal assistants are vital to our legal support team. They are highly organized, handle pressure well, understand the importance of deadlines, are comfortable working independently, and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Liaise with clients by answering the phones, facilitating the consultation process, schedule meetings, and greet clients at the front door.
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access to the reception area.
• Prepare, file, and serve legal documents such as enclosure memos, motions, and certificates of service.
• Perform daily electronic filing and court runs to file/pick up documents from the courthouse and hand deliver documents.
• Assist with trial preparation by creating demonstrative exhibits and pleading notebooks.
• Manage and track case management by updating calendars, organizing client files, and closing case files.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License& Vehicle Insurance
• 1+ year in customer service or related experience
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills specifically in high stress and emotional situations.
• Ability to maintain professionalism while showing empathy to all clients.

• Creative and able to think outside of the box.
• Organized
• Energetic
• Problem solvers with the ability to identify solutions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Active members of their community (Gaston, Cleveland and Lincoln County involvement is a plus).

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA dependent care, commuter benefits, wellness incentive, 401k with an employer match, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, excellent working environment, PTO, and paid holidays.

At Sodoma Law, we have a different way of looking ther clients need a holistic approach to their case or a gladiator in the courtroom, we serve their needs to get the results they deserve. This kind of advocacy is very special and is the lens through which we do our best work. Candidates who are servant leaders, know their “why” and understand ours: we encourage you to fill out the application form below or contact our in-house recruiter, Aneisha Goffin directly at  or .

Sodoma Law provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sodoma Law complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the firm has offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, compensation, and training.

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