Legal Secretary- Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Administrative Assistant/Office Manager

Description

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our growing law practice. Under supervision of a single attorney, this position performs a wide range of office administration duties. You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to support a thriving criminal defense law practice.

Responsibilities:

Answer and screen all inbound telephone calls

Plan and schedule appointments and events

Greet and assist onsite guests

Develop and implement organized filing systems internally and with the courts

Draft correspondences and other formal documents

Receiving and handling mail

Perform all other office tasks

Qualifications:

Previous experience in office administration or other related fields

Ability to prioritize and multitask

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Skills:

Performing basic office support

Providing customer service

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

Excellent prioritization skills, gatekeeper, and strategic multi-tasking

Experience in handling confidential information

High attention to detail, strong proofreading skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Excels in a paperless environment

Proficient with use of voicemail, email, and Internet access

Licensing Requirements:

Notary Public

Full-time