Palumbo and Sweet, LLC is a small law office focused on elder law, Medicaid eligibility and estate planning. We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a positive attitude, be personable and professional in a small law office team. This is the perfect position for a parent returning to the work force or parent who needs a schedule that will work with school hours.
Responsibilities:
· Be the polite, pleasant and professional first point of contact with our firm.
· Draft client correspondence.
· Answer multi-line phone system, direct calls and make appointments.
· Greet in office clients.
· Maintain calendar for multiple attorneys.
· Sort and distribute incoming mail. Prepare outgoing mail.
· Ability to photocopy, scan, organize and file documents.
· Entering of attorney time entries.
· Maintain professional appearance, dress and demeanor.
· Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Excellent phone and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to maintain a professional and caring demeanor, we frequently work with people who are dealing with very emotional issues.
· Thorough knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Word and Outlook (Required).
· Type at a rate of at least 40 words per minute.
· Strong attention to detail and excellent proof-reading skills.
· Ability to prioritize tasks.
· Ability to be flexible in a small office setting.
· Previous experience in a similar role (Preferred).
· Notary commission preferred but not required.
· High school graduate or GED (Required).
* Completion of both skills tests is highly recommended
· References may be requested.
Schedule:
· 9am to 4pm Monday and Wednesday ( hours are flexible)
· Potential for additional hours.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Ability to Commute:

• Akron, OH 44313 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

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