Clerk

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews mail, and sets up files
• Heavy time entry
• Sends reminders to attorneys and secretaries for upcoming deadlines
• Prepares calendar reports for clients and attorneys
• Handles filing
• Affords other research related duties as assigned
• Affords other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
• Provides outstanding client service, meets high quality standards for services and meets or exceeds client expectations
• Proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others
• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively

Skills & Competencies

• Works under pressure to meet strict deadlines, effectively prioritizes multiple tasks
• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to work overtime as needed

Education & Prior Experience

• Prior law firm experience
• Technology Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), including core capabilities, limitations, and importance of data privacy, accuracy, verification, and ethical considerations within a professional services environment
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools) and incorporate them responsibly into day-to-day workflows to enhance daily work tasks as appropriate and/or directed
• Proactive approach to learning and adapting to emerging AI and related technologies and contributes to a culture of innovation