Legal Secretary with Growth into Legal Assistant / Paralegal – Full-Time

Busy downtown Cincinnati law firm is seeking a professional, dependable, and detail-oriented Receptionist with the opportunity to grow into a Legal Assistant or Paralegal role. Our firm practices in a variety of legal areas, including Estate Planning & Probate, Personal Injury, Divorce and Family Law, Debtor Bankruptcy, and General Civil Litigation.

This position is ideal for someone looking to start or advance a career in the legal field. The role begins with front-office and administrative support and offers hands-on training and increased responsibility assisting attorneys as skills and experience develop.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Greet clients and visitors in a professional and courteous manner
• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls; take messages or transfer calls to voicemail as appropriate
• Answer general questions about the firm, including directions and scheduling inquiries
• Monitor and maintain reception areas and conference rooms
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail
• Maintain electronic attorney and conference room calendars
• Perform general clerical duties including filing, scanning, copying, and collating
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information

Growth Opportunity Responsibilities (as experience increases):

• Prepare legal pleadings and correspondence
• Maintain client files and assist with case management
• Track deadlines and court dockets
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Assist attorneys with administrative and legal support tasks

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Some experience in an office or legal environment (legal experience preferred but not required)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with CLIO or other legal case management software is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Parking stipend
• Retirement plan with employer matching

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm?

Experience:

• Legal: 1 year (Preferred)
• secretarial : 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• any other languages? (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person