Legal Administrative Assistant - Transactional

Jobtailor

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Adobe Product Family, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Expense Reports, Follow Through, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Mail Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Record Keeping, Team Player, Time Management, Word Processing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

ResponsibilitiesPerform legal administrative functions associated with firm tasks, including processing new client/matter requests, client bills, time reports and expense reports.Perform word processing of drafts, revisions and final documents for client‑related matters, including correspondence, memoranda, bills, timesheets and project work, as needed.Proofread and redline work for accuracy, copy, format, etc.Copy, distribute, send (electronically and/or via mail, courier or express service), file and otherwise handle completed work.Maintain physical and electronic files and contacts.Coordinate meetings and appointments, and properly receive clients/guests, as requested.Maintain appointment calendar for attorneys.Transcribe and compose correspondence for client‑related matters.Prepare closing binders, as needed.Handle incoming and outgoing mail.Provide legal administrative assistance to summer associates, visiting attorneys and attorneys whose LAA is absent.RequirementsMust have three or more years of experience working in a mid‑ or large‑sized law firm.Strong familiarity with legal terminology related to general legal concepts and specific area(s) of assignment.Working knowledge and experience with the Firm's technology and applications (NetDocuments, Interaction, Chrome River, Emburse, Intapp are strongly preferred).Prior experience handling expense reports, client bills, multi‑line phones and conflict‑checking forms is strongly preferred.Prior experience supporting more than one attorney is required.Advanced word processing/computer skills utilizing a variety of software programs including, but not limited to, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Adobe.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation.Strong phone etiquette, attention to detail and follow through skills is required.Must be knowledgeable with legal filing and record‑keeping practices.Must be highly organized and able to successfully multi‑task and meet set deadlines.Strong customer service, ability to be flexible and work effectively as part of a team is required.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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