The Legal Secretary will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review and general office duties.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Meets with attorneys, to discuss document preparation.
Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer Services skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
Excellent secretarial skills and knowledge of legal language and processing legal documents.
1-3 years related experience.