Legal Secretary

at  Kean Miller LLP

With 200 attorneys from offices in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Shreveport, Houston and The Woodlands, Kean Miller serves the legal needs of the people, businesses, and industries that drive the regional economy. Our people provide creative solutions, unique strategies, and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level.
Kean Miller has an opening for a Legal Secretary to work in our Baton Rouge Bluebonnet office.
The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and filing procedures; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; possess excellent organizational, time management, word processing, proofreading, and strong multi-tasking skills.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Skilled typist with excellent grammar and writing abilities
• Familiar with federal and state filing procedures
• Experience with a document management system
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management system
• Must be able to multi-task and successfully manage a variety of demands daily

• Typing emails, letters, and correspondence pleadings
• E-File court filings
• Maintain and track schedules and calendars
• Arrange meetings and conference calls
• Open new matters
• Run conflict checks
• Drafting engagement letters
• Maintain an electronic and paper filing system
• Input time into billing software
• Scanning
• Greet clients
• Process attorney reimbursements
• Manage supplies for office
• Witness signings