Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant/Law Clerk to join our legal team. This role provides essential support to attorneys by managing administrative tasks, conducting legal research, and assisting with case preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing, proofreading, and organizational skills, along with familiarity with legal software and databases. This position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a professional legal environment and contribute to the efficient operation of our firm.
Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, and review legal documents, correspondence, and filings with accuracy and attention to detail
- Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, iManage, and other legal research tools
- Assist attorneys with case management, including organizing files and maintaining case files through effective filing systems
- Manage data entry tasks related to client information, case details, and court documents
- Support project management efforts by coordinating deadlines and tracking case progress
- Prepare for interviews by gathering relevant case information and documentation
- Handle administrative duties such as answering phones with professional phone etiquette, scheduling appointments, and managing calendars
- Assist in preparing pleadings, discovery documents, and other legal drafting tasks
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times
Qualifications
- Proven administrative experience with strong organizational skills
- Excellent proofreading, writing skills, and attention to detail
- Familiarity with legal research tools such as LexisNexis and iManage preferred
- Experience with legal drafting, data entry, filing systems, and clerical tasks
- Strong project management abilities to handle multiple deadlines efficiently
- Effective interviewing skills for gathering case-related information
- Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology is a plus
- Professional phone etiquette and excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
This role is ideal for candidates eager to develop their legal career while supporting a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional service.
Pay: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
