Practice Assistant in Saint Thomas, VI

Law Firm

Saint Thomas, VI

Practice Assistant in Saint Thomas, VI

Law Firm Non Legal Department

Min 4 yrs required

No

The Law Firm of Ogletree Deakins in St. Thomas is seeking an experienced Practice Assistant to join our team. This full-time position will support multiple attorneys and provide administrative assistance to ensure the smooth functioning of the office. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary and possess strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.

Salary Information:

- The salary for this position is $54,300 annually.
- Ogletree Deakins offers a robust benefits package for our staff, including paid time off, 401(k) matching, health and life insurance, and more.

Job Title:

- Practice Assistant at Law Firm in St. Thomas

Experience Information:

- 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary

Job Description:

H1: Join Our Team as a Practice Assistant in St. Thomas
H2: Support Attorneys and Ensure Smooth Office Functioning

Our busy law firm in St. Thomas is seeking an experienced Practice Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with attorneys and paralegals to provide secretarial and administrative support, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services to our clients. This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and process legal documents using word processing and document management software
- Review and route incoming and outgoing mail and electronic communications
- Maintain and update attorney calendars and files
- Prepare time entries and expense reimbursements
- Provide general administrative support such as answering calls, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
- Anticipate and meet the business needs of assigned attorneys
- Assist with mentoring new office staff and piloting new software (on occasion)

Requirements:

- 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary
- Knowledge of legal terminology, documents, and processes
- Typing speed of at least 70 words per minute
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office and document management software
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Superior organizational and proofreading skills
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Regular and predictable attendance

Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary of $54,300 annually
- Robust benefits package including paid time off, 401(k) matching, health and life insurance, and more.

H2: Join Our Team and Enjoy a Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits

The Law Firm of Ogletree Deakins in St. Thomas is seeking an experienced Practice Assistant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone with at least 4 years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary to join a dynamic and growing firm. Apply now and become part of our team!