Our busy legal firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents and handle all office correspondence, including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you.Compensation:

$20 - $23 hourlyResponsibilities:

• Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary
• Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department
• Perform legal research, as needed, with help from attorneys and paralegals
• Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to expand the team. Our Legal Assistant will play an integral role in creating memorable experiences for clients in person and over the telephone while providing excellent support to the team. This position requires empathy, experience, and skill.
We are looking for an “A+” player with the organizational talent to help us expand our business. The person we hire must bring energy, positivity, and a “can-do” attitude to work every day.

This position will handle important administrative duties related to direct attorney support, customer service, client retention, and office management support.Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Experience with legal software, litigation case management, and docketing programs
• Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position
• Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office products

We need a competent and professional assistant who:

• Smiles when you answer the phone
• Conquers calendars, e-mail, spreadsheets, word processing, and the internet
• Is positive and optimistic, and does not live for drama
• Is an awesome multitasker
• Can change gears quickly without stressing out or losing focus
• Understands the importance of doing good work and doing it on time
• Can deal with a boss who is always busy, might not give much direction, might get distracted by new exciting things, and who hates dealing with admin stuff
• Is not afraid to point out that you need more training or communication from your boss in order to get your work done
• Treat a call at 4:30 on Friday with the same care and compassion as one on Monday morning
• Knowledgeable and proficient with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Familiar with Clio or Lawmatics, or similar technology is a plus
• Has at least 2 years of experience in the legal assistant field, preferably in estate plannin,g but not required

About Company
Hailey-Petty Law Firm, LLC, makes estate planning your Legacy, not a burden for your loved ones.

Our commitment is to support clients at every stage, guided by a few core principles:

• Education. We focus on helping clients fully understand their legal situations and options to ensure they feel informed and confident in making the best decisions.
• Effective resolution. We don’t just help resolve legal issues; we attempt to resolve them in the manner that best protects clients’ interests and their futures.
• Building Trust. We aim to build that trust by maintaining open, transparent communication and providing honest guidance.
• Collaboration. We foster a collaborative environment where clients’ thoughts, concerns, and questions are always welcomed, ensuring that our legal strategy reflects their unique perspective.

$20 - $23 hourlyResponsibilities:

• Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary
• Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department
• Perform legal research, as needed, with help from attorneys and paralegals
• Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for event

This position will handle important administrative duties related to direct attorney support, customer service, client retention, and office management support.Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Experience with legal software, litigation case management, and docketing programs
• Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position
• Comfortable working with all Microsoft Office product