Job Description
Job Description
- Franklin & Prokopik is recruiting for a full-time Administrative Assistant in our Richmond office.
Our Administrative Assistant position provides an excellent employment opportunity for a confident professional with varying experience and education level that is eager to learn and contribute to the success of the firm.
We are looking for an individual that is service-oriented and has a sense of urgency and responsiveness, operates with integrity and honesty, displays a positive, constructive, “can do” attitude, works diligently and well under deadline pressure, and maintains professionalism.
You will be assigned primarily to support one or two attorneys. The essential functions of this position include :
Accurately file documents with the court ahead of deadlines.File, organize, scan, copy and fax legal documents in a timely manner.Answer phone calls, take notes / messages and redirect calls when appropriate.Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings.Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and providing timely reminders.Draft and format letters.Convert documents from pdf to MS Word format.Scan and save documents.Keep the attorney’s calendar up to date.Qualifications for Legal Secretary
1-3 years' experience as a legal administrative assistant.Familiarity with legal documents and terminology.Working knowledge of litigation management software systems.Experience with PracticeMaster and NetDocs a plus.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Word and Outlook).Able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.Able to work as a team with attorneys and other colleagues.Superior written and oral communication skills.Communication Skills
Demonstrated ability to articulate clearly and effectively.Superior listening, oral and written skills.Benefits
401(k) matchingHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insuranceCompany Description
F&P employs a diverse workforce of 170+ employees across six office locations. Our hiring needs stem from the growth of our business and the subsequent addition of more attorneys!
Company Description
F&P employs a diverse workforce of 170+ employees across six office locations. Our hiring needs stem from the growth of our business and the subsequent addition of more attorneys!