Great Legal Assistant Wanted: Great Work Environment

Are you interested in being part of a great law firm, having excellent mentorship, and making a difference every day in people’s lives? Our firm is looking for an ambitious legal assistant.

Firm Philosophy: We treat everyone with dignity and respect. It is our firm belief that every member of our team is valuable and should have the opportunity for a financially and personally fulfilling career. Everyone who works here goes home at the end of the day knowing they have done a great job for our Clients and have made a positive contribution to the lives of others. Our law firm is a great place to work.

Position Summary:  Rapidly growing Austin law firm is looking for a top notch legal assistant, who under supervision, will provide administrative/secretarial support for the Legal staff.  Working under the direction of an attorney, this position also conducts fact-finding interviews with prospective clients to determine if the potential case falls within the scope of our practice areas.

Responsibilities:

• Entry Level Legal Work:
  • Assist with incoming and outgoing mail distribution;
  • File pleadings;
  • Carry pleadings to courthouse;
  • Minor drafting and sending correspondence;
• File Clerk:
  • Maintain complex filing system;
  • E-filing and hard filing of documents;
• Client Intakes:
  • Monitor all inbound marketing lead sources and call potential clients as soon as possible;
  • Handle incoming phone calls from prospective clients;
  • Collect appropriate information and provide concise summary both written and verbal;
  • Input appropriate data into CRM system.
• Backup Receptionist:
  • Assist with front desk duties whenever the receptionist is out;

Candidate Qualities:

• College degree required;
• Capable of working in a fast paced environment;
• Great on the phone;
• Excellent written and verbal skills;
• Ability to think logically;
• Outgoing and looking forward to working as part of a team;
• Very organized, with high attention to detail;
• Reliable transportation;
• Trustworthy, exercising confidentiality in all situations;
• Dedication and willingness to assist with a variety of tasks;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office;
• Strong multi-tasking skills;
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs;
• Great attitude;
• Previous work in a law firm a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:
• Salary CME;
• Vacation Leave;
• Personal Leave;
• IRA Plan with Generous Company Contribution Match;
• Medical Insurance;
• Discretionary Holiday Bonuses;
• Excellent Working Environment;
• Top-Notch Software and Systems that Work Efficiently and Consistently;
• Opportunities for On-Going Training and Mentoring by Our Outstanding Team;
• Opportunities to Advance and Grow in the Company.