Hiring a Family Law Legal Assistant – HEALTH & RETIREMENT BENEFITS! GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF! OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION! Do you want to help people who are in a difficult and sometimes life-altering situation? Do you want to fight for someone else’s rights and fairness? Do you feel great when you help others? We are an entrepreneurial family law firm that is on track for aggressive growth, and we need a legal assistant to join our team, working directly with the owner to support the team and help clients. We want to be known for helping clients come out of an extremely emotional process as a better person, in a better position, and with a better future. The ideal candidate is compassionate, loves to help others, is a quick learner, and enjoys working with others. We love to help our employees learn and grow in our firm. If these statements appeal to you, then you may be our Powerhouse: • You see an opportunity for organization where other people see a mess • You understand that sometimes it’s OK to leave a message, but sometimes you gotta keep trying until you speak to a person • You smile when you answer the phone • You are an amazing scheduler with a sickening degree of attention to detail • You are very good with calendars, e-mail, spreadsheets, word processing, and the Internet • Your middle name is “No Drama” • You are an awesome juggler of tasks and can change gears quickly • You do not think scanning and copying are “beneath you” This is a full-time position request that you be able to work in the office for 37-40 hours per week. Initial employment compensation will be based on your experience, with opportunities for increases based on performance. Applicants should be extremely thorough, possess excellent communication skills, and have some background in customer service ideally. Send us your resume today to become part of the team! Benefits: • PTO • 401(k) matching • Health insurance • Continuing education opportunities Responsibilities: • Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals • Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly • Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events • 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 Qualifications: • Shows great interpersonal skills and excellent written communication • Customer service experience in our industry is preferred • Proficient in basic computer software and can quickly learn to use new programs • Proven track record of completing projects on time in an orderly manner • Experience with legal software, litigation case management, and docketing programs • An associate’s degree, or some college, is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is necessary • Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills • Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment • At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting, performing administrative tasks Compensation: $18 - $20 per hour
• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals • Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly • Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events • 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