Legal Administrative Assistant - Receptionist

Law Office of Susan A. Katzen

Legal Administrative Assistant - Receptionist

Newport Beach, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you a friendly and positive individual with excellent administrative and customer service skills? Do you want to work at a law firm where your work really matters? We are a Trust, Estates, and Special Needs law firm seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant/Receptionist who is looking for a career position where he/she can grow with a firm, be challenged, and work in a familial and collaborative environment. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for our clients, handling essential administrative tasks to support attorneys and staff, provide top-notch customer service, and ensure client satisfaction. We need an individual who is a team player and brings energy, positivity, and a “can-do” attitude to work every day. This position offers growth opportunities for someone aspiring to be a paralegal or to advance in the legal field. Please note that this is a full-time, in-office position. Responsibilities: • Answer phones, welcome clients, and set up conference room for meetings • Schedule and confirm appointments • Document and update client statuses, appointments, and phone calls in the firm’s practice management system • Communicate with potential and existing clients by phone, in person, and by email • Prepare and maintain paper and electronic case files • Assist with preparing estate planning binders • Assist with client meetings • Receive and process daily mail • Copy, scan, file, and assist with office supply organization • Maintain front office area, conference room, and other common areas • Assist team members when they need a hand Qualifications: • Associate Degree required, but Bachelor's Degree highly preferred • Minimum of 6 months of experience working in a law firm environment • Detail-oriented and can work independently and take initiative • Strong administrative skills and customer service background • Positive, high-energy team player who is results-oriented • Computer savvy and comfortable working with various computer programs, databases, and systems including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (knowledge of Actionstep is a plus!) • Reliable commute or will relocate prior to starting position Compensation: $19 - $25 hourly DOE

    • Answer phones, welcome clients, and set up conference room for meetings • Schedule and confirm appointments • Document and update client statuses, appointments, and phone calls in the firm’s practice management system • Communicate with potential and existing clients by phone, in person, and by email • Prepare and maintain paper and electronic case files • Assist with preparing estate planning binders • Assist with client meetings • Receive and process daily mail • Copy, scan, file, and assist with office supply organization • Maintain front office area, conference room, and other common areas • Assist team members when they need a hand