Job Title: Legal Assistant/Secretary
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to several attorneys, ensuring the smooth operation of the legal processes within the law firm.
- Assist with discovery by gathering and organizing information from clients, ensuring all necessary data is accurately collected and documented.
- Accurately review, proofread, and assist with various materials to guarantee precision and compliance with legal standards.
- Produce documents by creating, revising, editing, and finalizing formats to meet the requirements of the legal team and court standards.
- Manage calendars effectively, scheduling appointments, court dates, and meetings to optimize the attorneys’ time.
- Collect client approvals and e-signatures using DocuSign to facilitate efficient processing of legal documents.
- Responsible for e-filing and submission of court documents, ensuring all filings comply with legal timelines and procedures.
- Perform other duties as requested, which may not be explicitly stated, to support the law firm’s operations.
Education and Experience Information:
- Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite is required to handle document creation and management tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work well with clients, attorneys, and other staff members, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in a family law and/or personal injury practice is preferred, providing a background in relevant legal areas.
- Legal administrative experience is preferred to ensure familiarity with the responsibilities and expectations of the role.
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, indicating a level of education that supports understanding of legal processes.
- General knowledge of legal terminology, court rules, and procedures is preferred to facilitate effective legal support.
- Proficiency with state and federal electronic court filings, including e-filing, docketing, and deadlines, is preferred to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Salary Information:
- Compensation for the position will be competitive with top firms in Utah County, reflecting the legal assistant’s experience and contributions to the firm.
- For full-time positions, the law firm offers an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching, health insurance, HSA contributions, affordable dental, and paid time off, enhancing the overall compensation package.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching to support retirement savings.
- Health insurance to provide medical coverage and financial security.
- Health savings account to facilitate tax-advantaged savings for medical expenses.
- Paid time off to ensure work-life balance and personal well-being.
Work Location: In person
