Legal Administrative Assistant

Company: Law Office of Tiffany Smith Henson
Location: Visalia
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Job Description:

Our busy legal firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and ensure we're operating efficiently. You'll assist with the preparation of legal documents, and handle all office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you. Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities:

Ensure client billing is processed properly using daily time records with assistance from the accounting department
Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly
Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines
Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed


Qualifications:

At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks
Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
Experience with legal software, litigation case management, and docketing programs
Associate's degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary


About Company:
We are a privately owned owned law firm specializing in family and personal injury law. We have been in business for 22 years in the community of Visalia. We proudly serve both Tulare and Kings counties.

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