Legal Secretary I

at  Knight Law Group LLP

SUMMARY

Knight Law Group, LLP, is a California litigation firm—and a leader in the practice of Lemon Law. We have a reputation for aggressively representing the interests of our clients—consumers who have unknowingly purchased defective vehicles. Our firm takes pride in vigorously representing our clients and holding automakers to account. We are seeking a Legal Secretary to work out of our Walnut Creek, CA office.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing clerical duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Duties include but are not limited to supporting attorneys by managing calendars on Outlook, preparing files and arranging preparation sessions with clients, and other administrative tasks. The Legal Secretary will be able to work autonomously and efficiently to ensure the timely completion of work.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Minimum High School diploma needed; 4 year degree preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Adobe, Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability and willingness to learn to use firm technology
• Ability to handle heavy work load and effectively time manage
• Attention to detail is of paramount importance
• Must possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written, as well as excellent active listening skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, etc.

• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Reply to email, telephone, and face-to-face inquiries
• Assist in resolving any administrative problems
• Cover the reception desk as required
• Maintain polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, and mail
• Perform data entry in a variety of programs
• Prepare and modify documents, including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos, and emails