Legal Assistant

Job Description

Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of recent experience in family law as legal assistant, legal secretary, or similar role. Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and document formatting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and legal case management software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents including correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and discovery. Manage and organize case files (physical and electronic). Conduct basic legal research and assist in gathering documentation for cases. Schedule meetings, court dates, and maintain attorneys' calendars. Communicate with clients, courts and other legal professionals in a professional manner. File documents with courts electronically and in-person when required. Perform general administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, and data entry.

This position is for a 90 day introductory period to evaluate if the candidate would be a good fit for our company.

Part-time