Office Manager / Legal Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Office Manager / Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This vital role combines administrative leadership with legal support functions, ensuring the smooth operation of our law office while providing comprehensive assistance on a wide range of legal matters. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess a strong understanding of office management practices. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your organizational skills and legal knowledge will make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive administrative support to the managing partner, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and court hearing scheduling
• Manage daily office operations, including scheduling, correspondence, and file organization to ensure efficiency and compliance with firm policies
• Assist with document review, drafting legal documents, contracts, pleadings, and correspondence with precision and attention to detail
• Utilize legal case filing system to electronically file pleadings with courts
• Support litigation activities by preparing discovery documents, organizing case files, and managing deadlines
• Perform legal administrative tasks including proofreading, transcription, data entry, and maintaining organized filing systems

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of various 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
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written communication skills for drafting documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities
• Exceptional phone etiquette combined with effective professional interpersonal skills for client interactions and internal communication
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high standards of accuracy in data entry and filing

Pay: $10.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person