Legal Assistant / Bookkeeper

Job Description

We are seeking a Legal Assistant / Bookkeeper to become a part of our team! You will provide overall support to attorneys' business needs.

Responsibilities:

Perform relevant legal research for active cases

Create detailed spreadsheets and presentations

Maintain and update files and databases for other documentation such as personnel records, financial reports, or policies

Answer phones and take messages

Schedule appointments and maintain a detailed calendar

Maintain and organize files; update files with case status and information

Assist paralegals and attorneys in locating files and organizing, copying, and maintaining documents

Compute and record numerical data

Check the accuracy of business transactions

Perform data entry and administrative duties

Monitor incoming and outgoing mail

Sign for packages from USPS, FedEx or UPS

Receive mail and packages from couriers and deliver to the proper recipient

Comfortable with highly confidential information

Monitor office supply inventory and order more when necessary

Requirements and Qualifications:

1+ years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary

Previous experience in accounting, finance, or other related fields

Familiarity with QuickBooks

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred

Familiarity with legal procedures and terminology

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); scheduling and organization skills a must

Strong communication and organizational skills

Able to perform a wide range of clerical duties, maintaining files and highly confidential information

Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize

Able to organize and manage large amounts of tasks, schedules, and informationCompany Description

With more than thirty years of legal experience representing corporate and individual clients in the District of Columbia, The Law Offices of Eric Howell Sayles, P.L.L.C. is a boutique law firm dedicated to providing close attention to the individualized needs of our clients in all aspects of real estate transactions and litigation.