Legal Team Assistant

About the role

The Legal Team Assistant provides administrative support to attorneys office-wide, to the Client Services Team (CST), the Attorney Resource Center (ARC) and/or the local office. The Legal Team Assistant works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment to deliver the highest level of service to internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with printing and assembly of large print requests (i.e., trial exhibits)
• Scan and process third party vendor invoices
• Process attorneys’ expenses as needed
• Ensure proper indexing and filing of both paper and electronic documents into the firm’s official hard copy files and iManage database
• Process new business intake requests from conflict search through issuance of engagement letter
• Prepare materials for overnight/mail service deliveries
• Create and maintain original and electronic client case files, including using appropriate recordkeeping software
• Search and review electronic document files for specific requests and circulate to appropriate parties per instructions
• Work collaboratively and proactively with the Office Administrator to complete local office projects, tasks and initiatives
• Work collaboratively and proactively with the CST Specialists, ARC Team, and other Legal Team Assistants
• Collaborate with resources inside and outside the firm as appropriate to complete projects and tasks
• Adhere to all firm policies, procedures, standards and guidelines while maintaining confidentiality

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree preferred; applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of three (3) years related experience in a law firm environment preferred

Skills

• Must exhibit initiative in managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline-driven and detail-oriented work environment utilizing excellent judgment, initiative, decision-making skills and the ability to work independently
• Working knowledge of office equipment, including personal computer, copier, telephone, transcription equipment, etc.
• Keyboarding skills of 60 wpm or higher required
• Working knowledge of the MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills required to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Highly professional demeanor and appearance including possessing excellent poise, tact and diplomacy and the ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, telephones, printers, and copiers. Physical Requirements: Medium Work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects 20 to 50 pounds frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds.