Legal Assistant

The ideal candidate will ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management by providing legal services under the supervision of an attorney. This individual will communicate frequently with the clients in order to serve them adequately. Additionally, this candidate will conduct necessary case research to aid the legal proceedings. ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to one or more attorneysEffectively communicate with witnesses, clients, colleagues and partnersConduct thorough statistical/documentary researchSource and verify important case intelligenceProduce and file various legal documents such as appeals, motions or petitionsPreserve an updated case record systemAnswer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriateMaintain and update inventories of contact detailsFacilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely remindersDuties as assignedSkillsProven experience in office administrationKnowledge of legal terminology, regulations and court systemKnowledge of MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, dictation, document management system)Working knowledge of litigation management software systems is a plusProficiency in EnglishSkilled at ordering medical recordsProficient with maintaining a Calendar Task ListQualified at scheduling depositionsStrong proofreading, grammar, and writing skillsOutstanding time-management and typing skillsAbility to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of peopleParalegal experience is a plus

Created: 2024-11-08