Legal Assistant

Javitch Block LLC • Cleveland, OH

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Assistant position will be responsible for performing general legal assistant and administrative duties.

Requirements

• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Handle high work volume efficiently
• Able to multi-task upon request
• High school diploma or GED
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel
• Notary Certificate required

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certification and/or law firm experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process legal documents, letters and forms from dictation or written format, such as summons, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, warrants and agreement
• Proofread, mail, fax, and/or arrange for delivery and pickup of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials
• Maintain internal and external phone and email correspondence.
• Serve as back up Receptionist for breaks and lunches as well as days off of Firm Receptionist.
• Prepare e-file documents to meet court requirements, confirm specific fees needed, and follow-up to confirm court acceptance
• Document court-specific e-file requirements, including rules and fees
• Scan, copy and organize documents and other printed matter
• Notarize legal documents
• Examine status of files, daily reviews. releases, incoming mail, court docket to determine next course of action; update accordingly in file management software
• Monitor case status and update parties involved internally or externally
• Manage daily assignments generated by case management system

Benefits

• paid time off
• paid holidays
• medical
• dental
• life insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED