Legal Administrative Assistant

This Jobot Job is hosted by : Jeana Patel

Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.

Salary : $65,000 - $90,000 per hour

A bit about us :

AmLaw 200 law firm is seeking a a legal administrative assistant for the Austin Office. This is a fast paced environment and the opportunity to work with a skilled group of attorneys on a variety of complex litigation cases.

Why join us?

We offer best in class benefits including health, dental, vision insurance!

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

401K and profit sharing (after completion of eligibility requirements)

Generous Paid Time Off Plus Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

In-house training and development

Job Details

Job Details :

We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team. This position is a permanent role and will offer an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment within the Legal industry. The successful candidate will support our legal team by managing day-to-day operations, including preparing legal documents, conducting research, and maintaining client relationships. This role requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience in a similar capacity. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.

Responsibilities :

1. Provide comprehensive administrative support to our legal team, including scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and coordinating travel arrangements.

2. Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence, ensuring all materials are accurate and professionally presented.

3. Conduct legal research under the guidance of our attorneys, compiling and analyzing data for legal documents.

4. Liaise with clients and other legal professionals to schedule meetings, conference calls, and depositions.

5. Maintain an organized and up-to-date filing system for all legal documents, ensuring easy access to critical information.

6. Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, phone calls, and physical mail.

7. Assist in the preparation of court filings and serve as a liaison between the legal team and the court system.

8. Ensure the confidentiality of all sensitive information, adhering to the company's data privacy policies.

Qualifications :

1. A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant or similar role within the legal industry.

2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

3. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.

5. Strong research skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to analyze complex legal documents.

6. A high degree of professionalism and discretion, with the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

7. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

8. A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

9. A degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field would be an advantage.

10. Familiarity with legal terminologies and court procedures is a plus.

If you are a motivated self-starter with a passion for the legal industry, we would love to hear from you. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our team's success while growing your career in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com / legal.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and / or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here : jobot.com / privacy-policy