Legal Secretary/Receptionist

We are looking for a Legal Secretary to undertake a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. You will work under the supervision of one attorney and provide legal support. The goal is to efficiently and reliably run all office procedures so that we can appropriately manage our cases and guarantee a consistent work product for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support
• Greet visitors and perform initial screening of potential clients
• Draft and file various legal documents
• Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate
• Copy and scan documents to the proper files

Skills

• Proven experience as legal secretary is preferred
• Knowledge of legal terminology and court system
• Knowledge of Windows and MS Office is a must
• Working knowledge of litigation management software systems is a plus
• Proficiency in English
• Detail oriented
• Outstanding time-management, typing, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision

Please forward a cover letter along with any salary requirements.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 4 years (Required)
• Law office: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Notary Public (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Halfmoon, NY 12065: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person