Legal Assistant - Family Law

2-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Legal Assistant - Family Law at McKinnon Legal:

H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant - Family Law at McKinnon Legal!
H2: Are You an Experienced Legal Assistant Looking for a Fast-Paced Environment? Then We Want You!

- Competitive hourly compensation of $18-$21
- Opportunity to assist busy attorneys and make a positive impact on clients’ lives
- Responsibilities include managing office correspondence, scheduling meetings and travel, and preparing legal documents
- Must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a law firm or office environment preferred
- Bachelors degree preferred, but not required
- Ability to type at least 50 WPM and proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with legal software and case management programs a plus
- Passion for helping families going through difficult situations and resolving complex legal issues
- Ability to manage multiple systems and deadlines, and work independently
- Join our growing firm and make a positive impact on the lives of our clients!

Responsibilities:

- Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks
- Schedule meetings and travel for the legal team
- Prepare legal documents and contracts
- Perform client intake and communicate with opposing counsel
- Coordinate with judicial staff for trials and hearings
- Assist with docket tracking and client billing
- Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently

Qualifications:

- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a law firm or office environment
- Bachelors degree preferred
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- Experience with legal software and case management programs a plus
- Passion for helping families and resolving complex legal issues
- Ability to manage multiple systems and deadlines, and work independently

About McKinnon Legal:

- Join a passionate and growing law firm
- Focus on family law and making a positive impact on clients’ lives
- Expand your skills and grow with the firm
- Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement

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Legal assistant, office correspondence, client intake, document preparation, calendaring, time management, multitasking, Microsoft Office, legal research

Bachelor's degree preferred

Submit resume and cover letter through the job posting website

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree preferred

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