Legal Assistant

Arnold & Smith Law PLLC•Oklahoma City, OK

60d

About The Position

Arnold & Smith Law, PLLC is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant/Paralegal to manage day-to-day law firm operations. The role provides administrative services and support to the legal team and helps ensure the firm complies with state legal regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and is comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace. The position is full-time, with an expected 40-hour workweek from Monday through Friday. Start time is flexible between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.

Requirements

Two-year degree or equivalent certification.
Familiarity with MS Office.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

Experience in consumer law and knowledge of commercial transactions.
One to three years of experience working as a legal assistant.
Dependable, people-oriented, detail-oriented, achievement-oriented, and comfortable working autonomously.

Responsibilities

Communicate with clients, counsel, and court representatives.
Manage legal documentation and correspondence.
Coordinate appointments and related correspondence and recordkeeping as needed.
Perform administrative duties, including greeting clients, making copies, keeping records, and answering and directing phone calls.
Investigate case facts to ensure all relevant information is considered.
Identify relevant materials, legal articles, judicial decisions, and laws for assigned cases.
Organize, analyze, and compile information.
Collect and record exhibits and develop written statements.
Work with attorneys to draft documents and letters using existing legal templates.
Prepare motions and pleadings for filing in court.
Track and organize case files and documents to facilitate attorney access and availability.