Bilingual Law Firm Receptionist

Jacqueline Salcines PA

Bilingual Law Firm Receptionist

Coral Gables, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking a friendly and energetic, detail-oriented Bilingual Law Firm Receptionist to join our legal team. Coming to work should be fun and working with a great team to catapult your career should be the goal of everyone. We are looking for that candidate. The one who shows up to work with a smile on her face, ready to make a difference in the lives of all those who call our firm. Ready to work with our other employees as a team, and create a great atmosphere where everyone is working for the greater good, to serve clients. The ideal candidate will have significant phone experience, answering multi-line switchboards and 20-30 calls per hour. The position entails providing support to attorneys by answering the phone and being the first point of contact for all clients, ensuring the efficient operation of our office. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and a commitment to confidentiality and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Answer the heavy switchboard in a timely manner with the ability to courteously place callers on hold while attending to another call. • Direct phone calls to the correct team member or attorney in the firm. • Courteous and respectful response to callers. • Greet and welcome guests in a professional and friendly manner. • Assist with administrative tasks such as light letter preparation, mail, certified mail, filing, and cataloging of files for storage. • Maintain a clean and organized reception area. • Provide clerical support to various departments as needed. • Handling the incoming and outgoing mail. • Supplies ordering and maintaining to make sure they don't run out. • Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems to close out files. • Communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to relay information and schedule appointments. • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines. • Other administrative duties as assigned by attorneys or office management. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or Bachelor degree preferred. • Proven experience as a legal receptionist in a law firm or related office role. • MUST BE FULLY BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. • Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures. Compensation: $20 - $25 hourly

    • Answer the heavy switchboard in a timely manner with the ability to courteously place callers on hold while attending to another call. • Direct phone calls to the correct team member or attorney in the firm. • Courteous and respectful response to callers. • Greet and welcome guests in a professional and friendly manner. • Assist with administrative tasks such as light letter preparation, mail, certified mail, filing, and cataloging of files for storage. • Maintain a clean and organized reception area. • Provide clerical support to various departments as needed. • Handling the incoming and outgoing mail. • Supplies ordering and maintaining to make sure they don't run out. • Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems to close out files. • Communicate with clients, witnesses, and court personnel to relay information and schedule appointments. • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines. • Other administrative duties as assigned by attorneys or office management.