Legal Support Specialist II (Legal Assistant)

Bradley • Charlotte, NC

133d

About The Position

As an experienced member of the Legal Resource Center (LRC), the Legal Support Specialist II provides advanced administrative and legal support to attorneys firm-wide. The role works collaboratively with others in a team environment to deliver a high level of service to internal and external clients. It is an opportunity to continue developing a career in a professional services environment, with in-house training available to address skill gaps related to the role’s essential functions. The successful candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, punctual, and has strong organizational, communication, and computer skills. The position may also involve mentoring Legal Support Specialist I team members.

Requirements

• Four or more years of related experience as a legal assistant at a law firm.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain poised and demonstrate composure and tact in stressful situations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented environment, using sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to embrace technology and seek knowledge to improve work efficiency and quality.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and specific law firm programs.
• Familiarity with basic graphics and picture manipulation, including resizing, copying, and pasting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability and desire to train and mentor others.
• Accurate typing and proofreading with attention to detail.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong client service focus and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision while functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to perform various physical activities as required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents, memoranda, and correspondence from draft or dictated text.
• Create, edit, format, and proofread documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Draft simple notices.
• Generate pleadings and briefs, including extensive document formatting, styling, and editing using advanced Microsoft Word features such as tables of contents, tables of authorities, cross-referencing, and Track Changes.
• Transcribe data from audio tapes.
• Create and edit PowerPoint presentations, graphs, and charts.
• Convert PDF files to Word format and clean up and format the converted documents.
• Manage assigned task and project workflows, prioritize incoming work to meet deadlines, and coordinate with other support services.
• Transmit legal documents, memoranda, and correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials by electronic filing, fax, email, mail, or messenger.
• Assist with management of client financial records, accountings, and reporting requirements.
• Calendar critical deadlines and other dates requiring action and ensure calculations are accurate.
• Submit for and maintain Bar and Court Admissions.
• Track attorney Continuing Legal Education.
• Provide additional support, backup, and PTO coverage for the LSS II Team.
• Perform other advanced clerical tasks and related duties as assigned.
• Train and mentor team members.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
• Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed