Vacancy caducado!
Annapolis boutique family law firm is seeking a full-time experienced litigation legal secretary.
This legal secretary will work with 2-3 attorneys providing a full range of support, including, but not limited to, preparation/revision of correspondence, pleadings and documents; calendar maintenance; various office and client filing and electronic transcription.
The successful candidate will have strong accurate typing skills, is a very organized multi-tasking, detail-oriented team player possessing at least 3 years recent legal secretary experience (including electronic filing).
Essential Functions:
Engaged in the work of the attorney by demonstrating knowledge and status of current cases and projects, utilizing available resources in order to achieve.
Provide support to the attorneys in family law matters and backup support as needed.
Answer phones and communicate with clients on a daily basis.
Preparation/revision of correspondence, documents and other clerical assignments as directed.
Assist with drafting simple pleadings.
Handle a wide variety of complex and confidential time-sensitive material.
Prepare new client engagements as requested.
Maintain calendars, reports and time records.
Maintain back-up docketing for litigation matters.
Various office and client filing; proofreading documents.
Qualifications/Skills Required:
Minimum 3+ years recent litigation legal secretarial experience within a law firm.
Law firm billing software a plus. Familiarity with state rules and procedures.
Must have a solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as court filings.
Experienced with trial preparation.
Punctual with excellent attendance.
Proficient in MDEC e-filing.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills.
Ability to multi-task, and timely respond to deadlines as well as balance workload.
Knowledge of Office Suite a must, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environment and communicate with attorneys and support staff on every level.
Educational Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Some college preferred.
Hours are 8:30-5:00 (M-F)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour.
Benefits:
401(k)
Paid time off.
Vacancy caducado!