Legal Secretary

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co.A • Dublin, OH

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Legal Secretary provides administrative and clerical support to assigned legal personnel. This role requires a standard knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and procedures, and involves working on assignments of increasing complexity according to ability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 2 years relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
• Organized and detail oriented to meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to type 45 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine secretarial and administrative duties for assigned legal personnel.
• Transcribes and/or types legal documents, general correspondence, and related materials from dictation or written format in a timely and efficient manner.
• Reviews legal documents for accuracy and conformance to established policies and standards.
• Researches and compiles data for completion of legal documents and records.
• Ensures proper and timely maintenance of office files.
• Responds to incoming/outgoing attorney and department-related telephone calls.
• Performs computer data entry to update account files, including setting-up and closing accounts and updating client information, as needed.
• Contacts appropriate parties to update case status via telephone, e-mail, and/or internet.
• Prepares and organizes case files.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Photocopies and faxes materials.
• Completes all required training applicable to assigned position.
• Additional duties as requested or required.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually
• 9 Company paid holidays
• Medical
• Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Parental Leave
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
• Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Free parking
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees

What This Job Offers

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