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Legal Assistant

Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak

Legal Assistant

State College, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Our busy law firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents, and handle all office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you. Responsibilities: Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department • Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with professional offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines • Assist clients or potential clients with scheduling appointments or initial consultations, while providing great customer service • Organize and maintain the calendars for various staff members to ensure all appointments are correctly and promptly added • Draft and proofread legal documents and forms for accuracy and consistency, including but not limited to deeds, leases, wills, powers of attorney, trusts, and asset lists • Perform general operational tasks including but not limited to answering the phone and forwarding messages, copying, scanning, mailings, and postage, assisting drop-in clients, filing paperwork, handling voice mail messages, etc., all according to Firm policies and procedures • Ensure the highest level of client satisfaction by responding in a timely manner to all client calls, questions, or inquiries • Be proactive and ensure client issues are brought to the attention of the Attorney throughout the process and all client deliverables are timely Qualifications: At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times Associate’s degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products Compensation: $15 - $17 hourly

    • Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with professional offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines • Assist clients or potential clients with scheduling appointments or initial consultations, while providing great customer service • Organize and maintain the calendars for various staff members to ensure all appointments are correctly and promptly added • Draft and proofread legal documents and forms for accuracy and consistency, including but not limited to deeds, leases, wills, powers of attorney, trusts, and asset lists • Perform general operational tasks including but not limited to answering the phone and forwarding messages, copying, scanning, mailings, and postage, assisting drop-in clients, filing paperwork, handling voice mail messages, etc., all according to Firm policies and procedures • Ensure the highest level of client satisfaction by responding in a timely manner to all client calls, questions, or inquiries • Be proactive and ensure client issues are brought to the attention of the Attorney throughout the process and all client deliverables are timely