Legal Assistant

Core Responsibilities

• Administers attorney(s)’ calendar, makes scheduling arrangements, and orchestrates travel plans as necessary.
• Collections, researches, organizes, and analyzes data, documentation, legal precedent, and applicable statutes.
• Composes and edits internal correspondence.
• Presents and processes legal documents, such as summons, complaints, appeals, motions, and settlements.
• Makes photocopies of correspondence, documents, and other printed matter.
• Mails, faxes, emails or arranges for delivery of legal correspondence.
• Organizes and maintains law libraries, documents, and case files.
• Answers telephones, takes messages, answers routine questions, and transfers calls to appropriate staff.
• Greets visitors, handles their inquiries, and directs them to the appropriate personnel.

Core Qualifications

• Associate degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required.

Learning Agility

• Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

Teamwork

• Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

Technical Proficiency

• Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

Communication

• Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Benefits

The University of Miami/UHealth's General Counsel offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.