Legal Assistant

Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to support a diverse range of legal practices, including estate planning, environmental law, family law, litigation, and more. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our law office by providing comprehensive administrative and research support. Your proactive approach and strong organizational skills will help facilitate efficient case management, document preparation, and legal research, contributing directly to the success of our legal services. This paid position is ideal for someone eager to develop their legal career in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with legal case management by organizing and maintaining case files using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw.
• Conduct thorough legal research utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support various practice areas including securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, immigration law, and UCC law.
• Prepare and review legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, affidavits, discovery requests, and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
• Support litigation processes through document review, evidence organization, and trial preparation assistance.
• Manage incoming calls with professional phone etiquette; coordinate appointments and meetings for attorneys and clients.
• Perform data entry tasks accurately while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Proofread legal documents for accuracy and clarity; assist with transcription when necessary.
• Support administrative functions including filing (both electronic and physical), maintaining document management systems like iManage, and tracking deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules.
• Conduct interviews with clients or witnesses as directed; gather pertinent information for case development.
• Assist with project management tasks related to ongoing legal matters or firm initiatives.
• Provide executive administrative support by handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, and managing attorney calendars efficiently.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of estate planning, environmental law, family law, litigation procedures, UCC law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, immigration law, and related practice areas.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis; experience with legal case management software like PCLaw is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities ensure accuracy in all materials produced.
• Effective interviewing skills for gathering client information or witness statements accurately.
• Familiarity with document review processes and electronic filing systems; experience with document management systems such as iManage is preferred.
• Knowledge of legal administrative practices including data entry, filing procedures (physical and electronic), and document review standards.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.
• Strong project management capabilities to coordinate tasks across different practice areas efficiently.
• Exceptional phone etiquette coupled with excellent organizational skills to support attorneys’ schedules seamlessly. Join us in this rewarding role where your dedication will directly impact our clients’ success while advancing your career within a vibrant legal environment!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $22.98 - $27.67 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Location:

• United States (Required)

Work Location: Remote