Legal Assistant

About the role

Become part of the Parker Poe team that – for more than a century – has represented many of the Southeast’s largest companies and local governments. We are a tight-knit firm that values the person beyond the lawyer or professional.

Responsibilities

• Preparing legal documents, pleadings, contracts, and correspondence from drafts or dictation
• Managing attorney calendars and helping keep deadlines on track
• Tracking court filings and key case deadlines
• Supporting time entry and billing processes
• Housing travel arrangements for attorneys and clients
• Handling a variety of administrative tasks including scheduling, transcription, document management, and mail processing
• Managing incoming calls and directing inquiries appropriately
• Aiding colleagues and contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Supporting client invoicing and maintaining accurate records
• Organizing and maintaining both electronic and physical client files
• Managing attorney contact databases and assisting with business development efforts
• Preparing closed files for archive storage

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience as a legal secretary or as an administrative assistant in a law firm or legal department
• An Associate’s degree, or the equivalent combination of experience and education
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Exposure to litigation environments is a plus
• Strong adaptability and willingness to learn
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong typing skills (75 WPM preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-service mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A self-starter mentality with strong problem-solving skills
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support team members as needed

Pay

The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $60,000 annually.

Schedule

This position is based in Charlotte, NC and follows a standard schedule of 37.5 hours per week, with occasional overtime as business needs arise.