Legal Assistant at MDK

Columbus, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, MS Office Proficiency, Flexibility, Adaptability

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Job Details Job Location: MDK Columbus - COLUMBUS, OH Salary Range: Undisclosed Description MDK, an innovative law firm, is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to provide essential support to a team of legal professionals. In this role, you will assist with preparing a variety of standard legal documents, ensuring that all communications between clients, courts, and the legal team are handled efficiently to keep cases progressing in a timely manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare and process basic legal documents with a high level of accuracy. Utilize case management system to ensure legal cases are progressing in a timely manner. Continuously update internal systems and client communication portals. Communicate with courts and clients to obtain information needed in a case. Request attorney fees from clients. Engage with clients and learn to provide outstanding client experience. Prioritize daily responsibilities to ensure deadlines are met. Actively work to become familiar with the entire legal process for all work performed by the team. Handle customer service calls and respond to inquiries professionally. Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to resolve issues and support the team effectively. Embody and demonstrate our company’s values in our everyday work: respect, creativity, engagement, collaboration, and advancement while working in an inclusive environment. Qualifications Requirements: High school diploma required; Associate’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. Law firm experience preferred. Hybrid position – flexibility to work both remotely and in our Columbus office on a rotating basis. Must be willing to become a Notary Public within the first 120 days. Must be able to come into the office based on team needs. Comfortable making phone calls and addressing inquiries professionally. Ability to manage a high volume of calls and emails. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Flexible and adaptable. Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). MDK team members are: Flexible & adaptable. They are open to ideas, and open to expressing their own creativity. Eager to learn new skills to advance their knowledge, growth, and welcome challenges. Those who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Remaining engaged is key to being successful. Collaborative and able to build upon shared knowledge. Respectful. MDK team members should not only hear others but feel heard as well. Schedule & Benefits: Our team works Monday through Friday, general business hours. After a successful orientation period, we offer a hybrid schedule, which allows our employees the flexibility to work from home and in the office. MDK provides a comprehensive benefit package, which includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. 401(k) plan, with an employer contribution. Paid time off. Additional perks: Paid time to volunteer in the community. Paid holidays. Casual dress code. The opportunity for career development and advancement. Join MDK: Pioneering Uncommon Paths to Success At MDK, we blend legal expertise with innovative technology to provide comprehensive legal and professional services. Since our inception in 2002, we've expanded our services to include residential mortgage, timeshare default services, a national bankruptcy practice, and title and closing services, reaching clients nationwide. Our culture emphasizes support, well-being, and continuous growth. Through initiatives like our Culture Council and career development programs, we foster an environment where curiosity and collaboration thrive. We prioritize work-life balance with flexible hybrid work arrangements and a robust Volunteer Time Off program. MDK has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by Columbus Business First magazine and honored with the Best Law Firm designation by US News and World Report. Join us to explore your potential and contribute to our mission of creating uncommon paths to success. Thank you for considering MDK as your next career destination. Click this link to learn more about our benefits: MDK Benefits Learn more about MDK by visiting Attorneys & Professional Services | MDK (mdklegal.com) or visit us on LinkedIn or Instagram. The Manley Law Firm LLC d/b/a MDK and affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have a no tolerance policy for discrimination at our workplace. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all applicants. We respect everyone from fair wages to equal opportunities for growth and movement here at MDK.

Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will prepare and process basic legal documents with high accuracy and ensure timely communication between clients, courts, and the legal team. They will also engage with clients to provide an outstanding experience and manage daily responsibilities to meet deadlines.