Legal Assistant

*Job Summary* Are you an experienced administrative professional who is looking to work somewhere where you are appreciated and valued? Want to be part of a great Team and an expanding practice? Then this is the opportunity you have been searching for, and we want to hear from you! Downtown Raleigh Family Law Firm is looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented Legal Assistant who is great with people.
Our Receptionist must have exceptional communication and organizational skills, be able to listen, and be understanding and empathize with clients.
We are looking for a legal assistant to join our team devoted to providing the highest degree of service to our clients.
You will be responsible for file maintenance, correspondence with clients, court staff and opposing attorneys, meeting with clients, obtaining financial information, etc.
*Qualifications:* * Excellent verbal communication and exceptional telephone etiquette.
* Client-focused.
* Organized and resourceful.
* Active listener.
* Adept at prioritizing and multitasking.
* Ability to learn and master office equipment (e.
g.
, telephone system, printer, scanner, payment machines).
* Fast and eager learner.
* Strong administrative skills * Ability to work independently and with a team.
* Able to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
* Keen attention to detail.
* Excellent computer literacy and ability to learn new tasks quickly.
* 4- year degree of 2 years work experience in a similar position.
* Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel and Google Suite.
* Desire to take initiative and provide a superb client experience, and possess an admirable work ethic.
*Daily Tasks:* Screen telephone calls, incoming mail/emails from current clients, potential clients, opposing counsels, etc.
Conducting phone intake and scheduling consultations.
Handling miscellaneous administrative and office tasks as requested.
Assist in trial preparation, including copying and organizing exhibits and compiling exhibit notebooks, organizing client meetings, and managing events in the calendar.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management and/or supervising attorney *What We Provide* * Attractive compensation package including health insurance, 401 (k) match with profit sharing, paid time off, and bonus incentive plan.
* An environment that values employees as individuals, and recognizes personal contributions to the team.
* An opportunity for growth and development based on individual performance and abilities.
*Please send your resume and cover letter letting us know the reasons you believe this opportunity is a good fit for you.
Tell us who your favorite music band is so that we know you have read this full ad and are attentive to detail.
Also, please provide three professional references.
* *Thank you in advance for your interest.
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* Job Types: Part-time, Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Health insurance * Health savings account * Paid time off * Retirement plan Schedule: * 8 hour shift Experience: * Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person