File Clerk

About the role

This non-exempt employee is responsible for maintenance of physical case files. The assignments are administrative and clerical in nature and are non-billable.

Essential Duties

• Maintains physical case files
• Retrieves requested materials from physical case files
• Bates labeling

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

Reporting Relationship

The File Clerk reports directly to the Office Administrator or appropriate HR representative.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/Experience: The File Clerk must have a working knowledge of computers, legal software, legal documents, and physical files. The File Clerk is an entry level position. One to two years of law firm experience preferred.
• Skills: The File Clerk must have excellent organizational skills; strong attention to detail; ability to work under pressure; ability to follow instructions; strong typing skills; and a willingness to learn software packages support by the Firm. Must have good verbal communication skills.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands

• Must be able to move around the office up to 40% of the time to file, make copies, fax, etc.
• Remains stationary at least 60% of the time.
• This position operates computers and other office productivity machines (e.g., fax machine, copier, printer, etc.) on a regular basis.
• Often required to move documents or files weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasionally required to move documents or files weighing up to 30 lbs.
• This position requires constant communication and exchange of information with the firm attorneys, clients and staff.
• This position must be able to inspect and observe information on a computer screen at least 80% of the time.

Working Conditions

Office environment with occasional overtime.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $18.00-$18.00. Please note that the final offer amount may vary based on experience and skillset of the selected candidate.