Legal Administrative Assistant

Hawley Troxell•Yakima, WA

2d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Hawley Troxell is seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant in our Yakima office. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to multitask, prioritize and organize a busy workload. Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic file management systems. Hawley Troxell offers full benefits, including 401(k) with matching and profit sharing, and vacation time. Salary Range $25 - $30/hour, commensurate with experience. EOE. Full-time; Monday-Friday.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Advanced knowledge of e-filing systems and procedures in state and federal courts
Experience and knowledge working with file-sharing tools to share documents
Experience with and a good understanding of the business process, as it pertains to the role of a legal assistant
Knowledge of the technology and processes required to assist attorneys with timekeeping, billing, and other administrative tasks
Experience working with electronic document management systems
The ability and willingness to quickly adapt to and learn new technology, as needed

Responsibilities

Entering conflicts checks and opening client files
Assisting attorneys with scheduling, calendaring, and planning business travel
Assist attorneys in preparing for and managing transactions, drafting correspondence, and drafting commercial and legal documents.
Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and other third parties at the direction of the attorneys
Managing the electronic case files
Calendaring and docketing litigation deadlines
Assisting attorneys with time entries
Preparing attorney and office expenses
Assisting with general office duties