Job Description
SALARY: Commensurate with Experience
Legal Receptionist/Legal Assistant at Law Firm
Law Firm is looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Legal Receptionist/Legal Assistant. The successful candidate must have two years' work experience in a law office and maintain a professional image at all times. They must also be punctual and have excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a great benefit package.
Job Duties:
Answer, screen, and direct calls for the Garland, Bedford, and Houston offices (Garland Main office only) Assist secretaries with calendaring deadlines Assist the management team with extra tasks as needed Save notification of service emails Manage conference room scheduling to ensure there are no conflicts Communicate with a professional and friendly demeanor at all times with clients, callers, and staff Prepare legal documents including correspondence, discovery, pleadings, etc. Schedule deadlines for pre-suits, pleadings, and discover, and pre-trial/trial matters Handle non-billable tasks for assigned attorneys, including preparing and updating active file lists Knowledge of court rules and procedures and be able to prioritize tasks accordingly Experience with e-filing documents with the court and knowledge of local, state, and federal deadlines
Knowledge/Skills:
Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Ability to work in a high-volume, team-oriented work environment Bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus
Hours and Salary:
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Salary: Commensurate with experience
Law Firm is looking for an experienced and organized individual to join their team as a Legal Receptionist/Legal Assistant. The successful candidate must have two years' work experience in a law office and maintain a professional image at all times. This position offers a competitive salary and a great benefit package.
The responsibilities of the Legal Receptionist/Legal Assistant include answering, screening, and directing calls for the Garland, Bedford, and Houston offices (Garland Main office only), assisting secretaries with calendaring deadlines, assisting the management team with extra tasks as needed, saving notification of service emails, managing conference room scheduling to ensure there are no conflicts, communicating with a professional and friendly demeanor at all times with clients, callers, and staff, preparing legal documents including correspondence, discovery, pleadings, etc., scheduling deadlines for pre-suits, pleadings, and discover, and pre-trial/trial matters, handling non-billable tasks for assigned attorneys, including preparing and updating active file lists, knowledge of court rules and procedures and being able to prioritize tasks accordingly, and experience with e-filing documents with the court and knowledge of local, state, and federal deadlines.
The successful candidate should be proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), be able to work in a high-volume, team-oriented work environment, and be bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus. The hours for this position are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM and the salary is commensurate with experience.
If you are looking for a fantastic group of people to work with, a team-oriented environment, and great growth opportunities, Law Firm is the place to be. If you have the necessary experience and qualifications, please apply today!
