Law Firm
Seattle, WA
Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Seattle, WA
Legal Staff
No
Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant
Job Responsibilities:
- Process and distribute mail: The legal administrative assistant is responsible for handling all incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring that correspondence is routed correctly and efficiently within the law firm.
- Answer the phones: This role involves managing telephone communications, including answering calls, directing them to the appropriate parties, and taking messages as necessary.
- Maintain organization of case filing: The assistant will organize and maintain case files to ensure that all documents are easily accessible and up-to-date.
- Organize discovery document production: The role includes managing the compilation and organization of documents required for the discovery phase of litigation.
- Organize and review medical records: The assistant will be responsible for collecting, organizing, and reviewing medical records relevant to legal cases.
- Create discovery, hearing, and trial binders: Preparing comprehensive binders for discovery, hearings, and trials is a key aspect of the responsibilities, ensuring that all necessary documents are properly compiled and ready for legal proceedings.
- Other tasks as assigned by the litigation team: The assistant will perform additional duties as required by the litigation team, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to assist where needed.
Education and Experience Information:
- : While not mandatory, having prior experience in customer service or administrative roles is advantageous for candidates.
- Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook required: Candidates must be skilled in using Microsoft Office applications to perform their duties effectively.
- Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat preferred: Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat is beneficial for handling PDF documents.
- Adequate computer literacy: Basic computer skills are necessary to manage digital files and correspondence.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize: The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational capabilities, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment: Candidates must be able to manage their workload autonomously while meeting deadlines in a bustling work setting.
- Positive attitude and willingness to assist beyond basic duties when needed: A proactive and positive approach, along with a readiness to go beyond basic responsibilities, is essential for success in this role.
Salary Information:
- Compensation: $19 to $21 per hour: The legal administrative assistant position offers an hourly wage within this range, reflecting the responsibilities and qualifications required for the role.
Benefits Offered:
- Medical: The law firm provides medical benefits as part of the employment package for full-time staff.
Additional Information:
- Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday - Friday: The position requires working standard office hours during weekdays.
- We reimburse travel/parking expenses for your transportation to and from the office: The law firm offers reimbursement for travel and parking expenses incurred while commuting to the office.
May 29, 2025
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