Legal Assistant

Law Firm | Onsite | $55,000–$65,000

An established professional services organization is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to provide day-to-day administrative and secretarial support in a busy professional office.

The ideal candidate will have law firm and/or litigation experience
, although strong administrative professionals from other professional office environments may also be considered.

• Provide administrative and organizational support to attorneys and other professionals
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread documents, correspondence, reports, and other materials
• Manage calendars, appointments, deadlines, and time-sensitive matters
• Assist with scheduling meetings, court appearances, client appointments, and other events
• Open and maintain files and organize electronic and paper records
• Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and documents
• Answer and direct phone calls and communicate professionally with clients and outside contacts
• Assist with preparation and electronic filing of legal documents
• Enter and maintain timekeeping information
• Perform general administrative duties and other responsibilities as needed

• 1–2+ years of administrative experience in a professional office
• Prior legal assistant, law firm, or litigation experience strongly preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office and PDF software skills
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with several individuals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, dependable, and able to work independently
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience with document management systems is a plus

Schedule: Full-time, onsite

Compensation: $55,000–$65,000, depending on experience