Part-time Legal Assistant - Augusta

Preti Flaherty•Augusta, ME

29d•Onsite

About The Position

At Preti Flaherty, we know that exceptional people and efficient processes drive our continued success. Our Legal Assistants are integral members of our team, providing high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys and contributing meaningfully to our client service and transactional outcomes. We are seeking a highly organized, motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Augusta Maine office. This is a part-time, on-site position which will be responsible for providing general administrative support to both attorneys and paralegals.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter with strong initiative and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Commitment to discretion and integrity due to exposure to sensitive and confidential information.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with document management systems is considered a plus.
Experience working within a legal setting is preferred but not required for consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide a high level of administrative and clerical support to attorneys within a fast-paced legal setting.
Draft, format, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, discovery, correspondence, motions, and memoranda.
Assist with billing, time entry, scheduling and calendar management, electronic and physical documentation filing.
Additional related duties as assigned.