Practice Assistant 1

Position Summary

About the role

The New Orleans, LA office of Ogletree Deakins is seeking a Practice Assistant to support the firm's growing team. The ideal candidate will work under the direction of attorneys and paralegals, providing secretarial and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Prepares documents using word processing and document management software
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail and faxes
• Maintains calendars for assigned attorneys
• Maintains and retrieves files in compliance with internal policies
• Prepares time entries and expense reimbursement requests
• Communicates effectively with clients and colleagues
• Assists with mentoring new office staff and piloting new software

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary
• Knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and processes
• Accurate typing of at least 70 words per minute
• Strong computer proficiency in MS Office, document management, time entry, e-filing, and database software
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Superior organizational skills including filing, calendaring, and proofreading
• Time management skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

• Regular predictable attendance

Skills

• Legal terminology knowledge
• Document preparation and drafting
• Mail processing and routing
• Calendar maintenance
• File management
• Timekeeping and expense management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Organizational and proofreading skills
• Time management and independent work capability

Benefits

Ogletree Deakins offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) matching program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Contact Information

If you have questions about the Practice Assistant position, please email Megan Becker at megan.becker@ogletree.com with "Practice Assistant-New Orleans" in the subject line. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

Firm Overview

Ogletree Deakins is a leading labor and employment law firm with over 1,100 attorneys in 60 offices across the United States and internationally. The firm is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace. Ogletree Deakins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.