Legal Assistant

About us

Zuhdi & Flynn, PLLC, is a small law office that focuses on family law, probate and estate planning. We are looking at hire an experienced Legal Assistant to join our team and build a collaborative working relationship with our lawyers. The ideal candidate will be a reliable individual able to handle a variety of law office support tasks and work diligently and consistently under pressure. He or she must be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Compensation is based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft, transcribe and proofread correspondence and legal documents
• Perform administrative duties such as maintaining a calendar of court appearances, scheduling appointments, making photocopies and compiling documentation
• Manage, organize and maintain documents in paper and electronic filing systems
• E-file pleadings with courts
• Screen, direct and prioritize incoming calls
• Manage client billing by preparing and sending out bills, as well as processing client payments
• Maintain office supplies by checking stock, placing and expediting orders

Required Skills and qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 2-5 years of experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary or paralegal
• Detail oriented and organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Preferred Skills and qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of Quickbooks and Clio or a willingness to learn
• Experience using dictation software

Schedule: M-TH 8:30 am-4:30pm and F 8:30 am-3:00 pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person