Legal Staff Paralegal in Springfield, IL

Law Firm

Springfield, IL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Springfield, IL

Legal Staff

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Paralegal/Legal Assistant (Part-time) Duties: In lieu of a receptionist, shall greet all clients and take accurate messages (with the proper return phone number and name of the person calling) when individuals are not available, receives deliveries by courier or messenger, and received and sends faxes. Prepares and drafts legal documents for filing with appropriate entities and necessary correspondence. Shall ensure the accuracy of all documents prepared. Performs administrative duties including basic research, filing, mailings, organizes files and pleading panels, calendaring telephone communication. Conducts legal research for particular issues as assigned by attorneys using periodicals, law library, public records, and offices. Takes messages when individuals are not available, receives deliveries by courier or messenger, and receives and sends faxes. Makes copies. Returns all client phone calls left before 5:00 . the same day. Enter all billable hours completed on a given day into the designated timekeeping or billing software the same day. Shall maintain a team player and non-entitlement mentality. Performs any other reasonable task requested by the Firm Management Team.

Qualifications: Paralegal degree or certificate and/or 3+ years of legal experience. Domestic experience preferred. Familiarity with PC programs. Strong computer skills. Strong written and oral communication skills. The ability to work in a fast paced environment.