Legal Assistant

Rolfe & Lobello • Jacksonville, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a specialized Legal Secretary/Assistant to undertake a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. You will work under the supervision of an attorney and will also provide support in assigned legal cases. The goal is to sustain efficiency of all office procedures and case management so as to guarantee reliability and consistency. Responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Proven working experience as Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
• Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people
• Knowledge of legal terminology, regulations and court system
• Computer Skills
• Excellent Typing Skills
• High volume requires multi-tasking
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently and independently
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy
• Comfortable working independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient computer skills

Nice To Haves

• 1 Year Experience preferred but not required
• Opportunity for advancement for highly self-motivated individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorney
• Manage portfolio of cases in case management system using daily task list
• Produce and file various legal documents
• Effectively communicating with witnesses, clients, colleagues and attorneys
• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders
• Other duties as assigned
• Process incoming mail and email.
• Prepare, e-file, and process pleadings and orders.
• Communication with clients and/or third parties.
• Prepare files for court appearances.

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision insurance
• employer paid life insurance
• generous 401(k) plan match
• paid personal and vacation time
• paid parking
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

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