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Position Summary:
We are seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Legal
Secretary to provide administrative and clerical support in a single
attorney office. The successful candidate will assist with document
preparation, case-file management, scheduling, client communication,
court filings, and other administrative duties while maintaining
confidentiality and professionalism.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare, format, proofread, and edit legal documents,
correspondence, pleadings, motions, and other materials
Maintain and organize electronic and paper case files
Schedule appointments, meetings, depositions, hearings, and court
appearances
Assist with preparation and filing of documents with courts, and
government agencies
Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing
counsel, and other parties
Answer and route telephone calls and respond to routine
correspondence and emails
Maintain attorney calendars and monitor important deadlines
Enter and update case information in legal case-management systems
Assist attorneys with trial, hearing, deposition, and meeting
preparation
Prepare invoices, expense reports, and other administrative
documents as needed
Make copies, scan documents, organize exhibits, and maintain office
records
Handle confidential and sensitive information in accordance with
firm policies
Perform other administrative and legal support duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous administrative, or office experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel
and Google Docs
Ability to learn and use legal case-management and electronic filing
systems
Professional telephone and client service skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Strong spelling, grammar, proofreading, and document formatting
skills
Preferred Qualifications
1-3 years of experience working in an administrative or secretarial
position
Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures
Experience with electronic court filing systems
Experience with legal billing or time entry software
knowledge of document management or legal case management software
