Legal Administrative Assistant - General Practice

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides general administrative support for lawyers which may include drafting, editing, and formatting correspondence and legal documents.
• Organizes and maintains file systems, arranges meetings, coordinates conferences and travel plans, and handles billing and expense reimbursement.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication via telephone and in-person with lawyers, clients, and other staff within the Firm.
• Aid with client billing and support.
• Handles confidential and personal matters as directed.
• Maintain daily and advance calendars for attorneys.
• Occasional work on a substitute basis for one or more lawyers.
• Responsible for maintaining Firm and client information, adhering to Firm’s information security policies, protecting Firm assets, and reporting security events or potential events.

Qualifications

• Accurate typing and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Elite 3E, InTapp and Chrome River is a plus.
• Excellent spelling, grammar and communication skills.
• Regular attendance and acceptable punctuality.
• Availability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability and willingness to learn new procedures and technology.

Education And/or Experience

• College degree from a 4-year college or university or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3-years’ experience as a transactional Assistant in a law firm.