Legal Assistant

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Description

Franklin Squires is a private capital and consulting firm built on the philosophy of Prosperity Economics—the “ancient principles” of prosperity rediscovered by America’s founding generation. Since its inception in 1999, Franklin Squires has been committed to helping individuals, families and businesses worldwide achieve self-reliance, economic independence and the liberating consequences of prosperity. This is accomplished through Franklin Squires' commitment to developing a global infrastructure of education, media, and finance by working with inspired entrepreneurs building world-class companies dedicated to this mission.

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Hours/Week: 40

Starting Salary: Competitive based on experience

Job Description:
The Legal Assistant is responsible for assisting the research of legal precedent, investigating facts and preparing legal documents. The Legal Assistant will also perform administrative duties as assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft, revise and finalize legal documents
• Coordinate communications (both verbal and electronic), meetings, conference calls and travel arrangements for attorney
• Assist with the development of administrative systems and processes
• Respond to internal and external customers inquiries in person, by e-mail and by phone
• Maintain confidentiality of matters and issues
• Review cases, redline documents and coordinate information
• Perform legal research (including online searches); maintain databases
• Compose, edit and proofread correspondences
• Prepare motions, set despositions, prepare filings in state and federal courts, prepare bills, maintain files, schedule appointments and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree and/or equivalent work experience
• Exceptional written communication skills, including strong spelling and grammar
• Strong computer and Internet application skills
• Must have competence with basic financial data, databases and word processing software
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Must be reliable, flexible and detail-oriented
• Ability to handle multiple assignments within specified time frames
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with a strong ability to review legal documents and support numerous legal matters
• Ability and willingness to take initiative to address problems and make continuous process improvements
• Tact and discretion in dealing with confidential matters
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively.
• Health Insurance
• Holidays
• Vacation

How to apply:
We are constantly looking to facilitate the employments needs of our companies by recruiting talented people capable of applying their human life value to a vision of helping individuals and businesses live financially free with integrity and honesty. With a culture that fosters innovation and rewards performance, our network provides opportunities to develop both professionally and personally. If you are interested in an exciting career with a dynamic, growing company, we invite you to consider joining the team.

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