Legal Assistant
About The Position
Zwicker & Associates, P.C., a national creditor rights law firm headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, is seeking a Litigation Assistant to provide onsite legal administrative support at its Dallas, Texas office. The role supports the Office Manager and onsite attorneys, and involves managing legal documents, analyzing and processing data, and providing administrative support. The firm seeks an organized candidate with strong written and verbal communication skills who is eager to learn and contribute collaboratively. The base hourly rate is $20.00–$21.00, plus applicable bonus. This is a full-time, full-benefit position with a flexible workweek schedule of at least 40 hours. The benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with match.
Requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and strong Excel skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Great attention to detail.
- Professionalism and a winning attitude.
- Ability to communicate verbally and/or in writing with individuals or groups in a common language.
- Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device.
- Ability to complete a minimum 40-hour flexible workweek schedule.
- Ability to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence.
- Ability to lift five pounds or greater.
- Ability to sit for up to 90% of the workday at times.
- Ability to bend at the waist and be mobile when needed.
- Ability to concentrate and use critical thinking.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and process assigned data to ensure workflow follows client and firm expectations.
- Provide high-level legal administrative and office management support to the Office Manager and onsite attorneys.
- Use internal software to update and document the status of each account in the assigned inventory.
- Prepare documentation for attorney review.
- File pleadings, either on paper or electronically, through state-specific court filing systems.
- Answer incoming calls.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside parties.
- Comply with applicable firm standard operating procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Compensated time off
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with match
- Applicable bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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