Legal Assistant

<Job Summary>
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support across a variety of practice areas, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient case management. Your energetic approach and organizational skills will contribute to delivering exceptional service to clients and attorneys alike. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise while supporting complex legal processes in a fast-paced environment.

<Duties>

• Assist attorneys with legal research, document review, and drafting of legal documents including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Manage case files using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw, ensuring accurate data entry, filing, and retrieval.
• Conduct thorough legal research utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other research tools to support case strategies across diverse practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, family law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, immigration law, and UCC law.
• Prepare and proofread legal documents with precision; transcribe dictations and ensure all materials meet high standards of accuracy.
• Support attorneys with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and handling phone inquiries with professionalism and courtesy.
• Assist with document review for litigation cases; organize evidence and prepare summaries for attorney review.
• Facilitate communication between clients, courts, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely progression of cases.

<Skills>

• Extensive knowledge of multiple practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, family law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, immigration law, and UCC law.
• Proficiency in legal case management software such as iManage and PCLaw; familiarity with document management systems like Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Strong research skills with the ability to efficiently gather relevant legal information from various sources.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents; meticulous proofreading abilities to ensure accuracy.
• Experience in legal administrative support including data entry, filing systems management, transcription services, and clerical tasks.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional phone etiquette and communication skills to interact confidently with clients and team members.
• Project management capabilities to coordinate tasks effectively across different cases or practice areas. Join us in this exciting role where your dedication will directly impact the success of our legal team! We value energetic professionals who thrive on organization and precision—ready to make a difference in a vibrant legal environment!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person