Overview
This is a remote, full-time Legal Assistant position with non-exempt (hourly) status.
- Schedule: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Eastern
Responsibilities
- Update internal systems and external client systems within expected timeframes.
- Sort, scan, categorize, label, digitally file, and properly organize legal documentation.
- Complete assigned work queue items within designated timeframes.
- Apply and retain basic legal concepts and terminology to produce accurate work product.
- Assist with preparing required items for clients and courts.
- Review incoming documents and distribute them to appropriate parties.
- Communicate professionally through phone, email, and internal/external messaging systems in a timely manner.
- Complete assigned trainings in the Firm LMS.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school Diploma.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in a technology-driven environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Skilled at accurate data entry.
- Ability to follow basic instructions, job aids, and procedures.
- Ability to adhere to firm policy and apply policy requirements while processing assigned work.
- Strong time-management skills.
- Self-driven with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as needed.
- Commitment to exceptional, responsive, time-bound service.
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and comfortable with computer-based work.
Conditions of Work
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
- Ability to remain focused for extended periods.
- Ability to work on computers for a significant portion of the day.
- Ability to perform repetitive movements as required (typing, clicking, swiveling).
- Ability to multi-task.
Compensation & Benefits
This position is Non-Exempt (hourly).
Eligible employees may enroll in the following benefits:
- Medical coverage
- HSA with quarterly employer contributions
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Group Life insurance*
- Supplemental Life Insurance plans
- Long and Short Term Disability
- First Stop Health for all employees*
- Legal Service benefit for all employees
- Hospital and accident indemnity coverage
- National discount programs for all employees*
- 401k with employer matching
- PTO* (accrual based)
Location
Equal Opportunity / Work Authorization
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. This employer participates in E-Verify, and newly hired employees are required to complete the I-9 form and provide documentation of identity and work eligibility. If an accommodation is needed during the interview process, applicants should indicate so when responding to this posting.