Legal Assistant
Javitch Block•Fairlawn, OH
About The Position
The Legal Assistant performs general legal assistant and administrative duties for assigned attorneys. The role prepares and processes legal documents and correspondence, manages court e-filing requirements, maintains calendars and dockets, monitors case status, and supports communication with clients, witnesses, court officials, and other parties. The position also provides reception coverage and handles document organization and notarization.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Notary Certificate required.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Able to handle a high work volume efficiently.
- Able to multitask upon request.
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Paralegal certification.
- Law firm experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and process legal documents, letters, and forms from dictation or written materials, including summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, warrants, and agreements.
- Proofread, mail, fax, and arrange delivery or pickup of legal correspondence for clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Maintain internal and external phone and email correspondence.
- Provide backup receptionist coverage during breaks, lunches, and the regular receptionist’s days off.
- Prepare e-file documents to meet court requirements, confirm required fees, and follow up to verify court acceptance.
- Document court-specific e-filing requirements, including rules and fees.
- Scan, copy, and organize documents and other printed materials.
- Notarize legal documents.
- Assist attorneys in collecting information.
- Schedule appointments and maintain calendars and dockets for assigned attorneys.
- Review file status, daily reviews, releases, incoming mail, and court dockets to determine next actions; update files accordingly in the file management software.
- Monitor case status and update involved parties, internally or externally.
- Manage daily assignments generated by the case management system.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Short-term disability insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) program.
- Business-casual work environment with dress-down Fridays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
