Legal PA

About the job

The Lima office is the largest, with more than 300 attorneys. Billable target for associates is 1,800 hours.

Role overview:

The Legal PA supports two attorneys with scheduling, document formatting, filing, billing and client calls. We work hybrid out of Lima, usually three days in, two days remote.

Job duties:

Answer client calls and take detailed messages. Prepare and send monthly invoices and enter attorney time. Send engagement letters and collect retainers. Open new matters and run conflict checks in Clio. Manage attorney calendars, including court dates, depositions and client meetings. Track incoming mail and get time-sensitive items to the attorney right away. Arrange court reporters, interpreters and conference rooms.

Required qualifications:

3+ years of experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary or law firm receptionist. Experience with Clio, PracticePanther, Smokeball or a similar system. Advanced Microsoft Word, including pleading formats, styles and redlines. Discreet with confidential information. Typing speed of 60+ WPM. Organised and calm with competing deadlines.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Perks and benefits:

Private health insurance. Transport provided. Flexible hours. Meal vouchers. Gym membership. 13th-month bonus. Savings fund.

Start: Within 30 days.

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