Legal Administrative Assistant
About The Position
MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) has an immediate opening for a Legal Administrative Assistant in our Dallas office. This position is required to be in-person at least four (4) days per week. MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters. The firm's expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business. Our goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.
Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma required (college degree is preferred, but not required).
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a legal administrative assistant.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), Lexis Nexis/File & Serve Xpress, Odyssey, PACER, ECF, iManage, or other comparable document management system; Aderant knowledge is a plus.
- Knowledgeable of State and Federal Rules.
- Attendance & Punctuality: Consistently arrive at work and meetings on time; ensure responsibilities are covered when absent.
- Communication: Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Customer service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
- Dependability: Follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently, and commit to the hours necessary to meet deadlines.
- Teamwork: Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support the success of colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and direct office visitors.
- Answer incoming telephone calls in a kind and professional manner and direct callers to appropriate party.
- Receive, sort, and forward incoming mail.
- Coordinate pick-up and delivery of express mail services.
- Assist with ordering office supplies and other related clerical duties such as data entry, photocopying, filing, and coding.
- Perform all clerical/admin duties as assigned and/or required to support the office.
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to assigned attorneys/paralegals; assist with file downloads and uploads, scanning and document production.
- Format briefs, pleadings, correspondences and other legal documents
- File legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge is a must)
- Regularly and accurately proofread all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
- Update and maintain client files.
- Maintain attorney calendars through Outlook (i.e. schedule appointments, calendar due dates, etc.).
- File and name documents in accordance to firm procedures, placing an importance on accuracy.
Benefits
- MG+M offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
