Law firm is a specialized legal office working in property tax collections.
We are currently seeking a full-time Legal Secretary.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Previous legal or real estate experience preferred, but not required.
Must be responsible, organized, detail oriented, have written & oral communication skills.
Requires extensive data entry & accounts receivable experience.
Ability to work independently.
This is a full-time position.
Working hours 8:00 – 5:00, Monday through Friday.
Holidays, vacation, and sick time included.
Excellent salary and benefits.
JOB DUTIES:
Prepares and processes correspondence and legal documents including pleadings, motions, judgments, orders, and notices.
Read, review, verify, and route correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
Proofread and edit legal documents.
Ability to draft correspondence and documents with minimal direction and supervision.
Maintains calendars and dockets of litigation cases and other legal proceedings.
Set up and maintain computer databases.
Maintain organized files, including copies of all documents and correspondence.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail.
Answer phone calls and respond to general emails.
Welcomes guests and clients by greeting them in person or on the telephone, and by answering or directing inquiries.
Provide administrative support (mailing, copying, scanning, faxing, typing, filing, etc.
).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Relevant training or qualification
Knowledge and experience of relevant software applications
Processing and database management
Working knowledge of legal procedures and legal terminology
Knowledge of local and state filing rules
Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and other language skills
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
SKILLS REQUIRED:
High school education or equivalent
Providing administrative support to attorney and Legal Assistants
Basic understanding of computers and ability to learn software systems
Extensive data entry and document preparation
Detail-oriented
Able to work with minimal supervision
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Motivated
Dependable
Strong work ethic
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Work Location: In person
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