Job Description
Job Description
Mid-sized Galleria area Labor & Employment Law Firm is seeking a compassionate and detail oriented legal assistant for our Litigation and Worker’s Compensation section. A strong phone presence and the ability to multitask is a must. This is a very sophisticated and professional environment and we expect the legal assistant’s language, attire, behavior and demeanor to reflect the same. We have a very team oriented dynamic. If you don't have the work experience; we ask for a candidate who has a strong desire to learn and advance in this field.
Qualified candidates must have a commitment to hard work, attention to detail, excellent writing, excellent communication and organization skills.
This position does not allow for remote work. Please only local candidates apply.
General duties for this position:
- Answering and routing incoming calls as well as speaking with clients
- Calendaring
- Office Filing
- Assisting multiple attorneys with client's cases
- Performing various administrative tasks as requested by the Operations Manager and Office Manager
- Placing calls to clients, doctor’s offices, Judge's, and opposing counsels
- Drafting and sending legal documents and correspondence
- Uploading/filing legal documents
- Scanning, mailing, and faxing
- Records management
Qualifications for the position:
- Minimum 1 year experience at a law firm required
- Pleasant and friendly demeanor
- Customer service experience
- Excellent Organizational skills
- Experience answering multi-line phone system
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- General computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Salary & Benefits:
This is a full-time salaried position based on experience
Health, Dental and Vision insurance available after 60-90 days
401(k)
Paid vacation
Work hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM