Legal Team Assistant
The Legal Team Assistant provides administrative support to attorneys office-wide, to the Client Services Team (CST), the Attorney Resource Center (ARC) and / or the local office. The Legal Team Assistant works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment to deliver the highest level of service to internal and external clients.
Essential Functions
Provide administrative support to attorney teams office-wide, including, but not limited to, the following :
- Assist with printing and assembly of large print requests (i.e., trial exhibits);
- Scan and process third party vendor invoices;
- Process attorneys' expenses as needed;
- Ensure proper indexing and filing of both paper and electronic documents into the firm's official hard copy files and iManage database;
- Process new business intake requests from conflict search through issuance of engagement letter;
- Prepare materials for overnight / mail service deliveries;
- Create and maintain original and electronic client case files, including using appropriate recordkeeping software;
- Search and review electronic document files for specific requests and circulate to appropriate parties per instructions;
- Work collaboratively and proactively with the Office Administrator to complete local office projects, tasks and initiatives;
- Work collaboratively and proactively with the CST Specialists, ARC Team, and other Legal Team Assistants;
- Collaborate with resources inside and outside the firm as appropriate to complete projects and tasks; and
- Adhere to all firm policies, procedures, standards and guidelines while maintaining confidentiality.
Additional Functions
Other related duties, as assigned. Main backup to the Receptionist and all front-end activities. Understanding of all Records processes.
Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Education :
Associate's Degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and / or work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.Experience :
Minimum of three (3) years related experience in a law firm environment preferred.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :
Must exhibit initiative in managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline-driven and detail-oriented work environment utilizing excellent judgment, initiative, decision-making skills and the ability to work independently.Working knowledge of office equipment, including personal computer, copier, telephone, transcription equipment, etc.Keyboarding skills of 60 wpm or higher required.Working knowledge of the MS Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Strong verbal and written communication skills. High level of interpersonal skills required to handle sensitive and confidential situations.Position requires a highly professional demeanor and appearance including possessing excellent poise, tact and diplomacy and the ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients / contacts.Work Environment & Physical Demands
This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary ranges for this position apply to the respective listed locations. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. Reasonable estimates of the current ranges for this position are :
State of California : $59,100 to $70,900For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit : Compensation & Benefits
Physical Requirements
Medium Work : Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects 20 to 50 pounds frequently, and / or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds.
Visual Acuity : Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
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