Legal Assistant

Responsibilities

• Monitor, prioritize, and facilitate daily workflow to meet project deadlines
• Perform administrative tasks including fielding client calls, scheduling meetings, and calendar management
• Act as a liaison between attorneys and office service departments such as Accounting, IT, and Docketing
• Assist with the preparation, editing, and proofreading of correspondence, contracts, and complex legal documents
• Maintain client materials within the Document Management System (DMS)
• Prepare and maintain weekly time records
• Organize and maintain physical and digital files to ensure information is current and easily accessible

Requirements

• One year of legal secretarial experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task under pressure
• High attention to detail, particularly regarding proofreading and document editing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with DMS/iManage Desksite, Elite, and Workshare Compare
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and establish rapport with attorneys and clients

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (Salary range: $28.26/hr – $37.50/hr)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• 401K and flexible spending accounts
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Bonus opportunities

About the Company

Taft is a full-service law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys and over 2,000 team members. We operate under a “Client First” philosophy, utilizing a collaborative approach and advanced technological resources to help our clients succeed.