Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Hylton & Associates is looking to hire two legal assistants for our litigation team. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
Job duties include, but are not limited to: answering phones, speaking to clients, filing documents in state and federal court, calendaring, creating documents, supporting assigned attorneys, as well as various other tasks.
The ideal candidate would be detail oriented, organized, works well as part of a team but also independently, fast learner, can work in a fast- paced environment and can multi-task.
Compensation is competitive and will depend on experience level. Overtime pay is available when needed, but is not required. Benefits include paid sick days, vacation days, and paid Holidays.
Responsibilities
Provide general administrative support
Communicate with clients and witnesses
Prepare case-specific documents, including memoranda and briefs
Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
File documents in state and federal court
Calendaring
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role is required
Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized with document management experience
Excellent research skills
Experience with Microsoft Office
Spanish preferred but not required
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure