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Job Title: Legal Assistant/Secretary

Location: Birmingham, AL/Vestavia Hills

Work Setting: Onsite

Compensation: $50k, DOE

Position Overview:

Robert Half has been engaged with a reputable and outstanding law firm in the Birmingham, AL/Vestavia Hills area for their search for a full-time Legal Assistant/Secretary to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a professional demeanor, exceptional organizational abilities, a keen attention to detail, and the capability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This role involves managing a variety of administrative and legal tasks to support the attorneys and ensure the smooth operation of their office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document Preparation: Draft, review, and finalize legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.

• Scheduling and Coordination: Manage appointments, maintain calendars, and coordinate meetings and conferences with clients and legal professionals.

• Communication Management: Answer phone calls, handle inquiries, and communicate effectively with clients, courts, and other legal entities.

• File Management: Organize and maintain electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.

• Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research and compile information to assist attorneys in case preparation.

• Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support, including data entry, billing, and correspondence management.

• Office Operations: Assist with general office duties such as ordering supplies, managing mail, and ensuring the office environment is organized and efficient.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience with possibility of being higher than just base salary

• Comprehensive health insurance

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy

• Professional development opportunities

  Requirements

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred.

• Experience: A minimum of 4 years of experience as a legal assistant or secretary in a legal setting.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Juris, Aderant.

• Typing Speed: Minimum 75 WPM typing skills.

• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

• Independence: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Billing Experience: Experience with legal billing software and processes is preferred.

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