Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is recruiting full‑time experienced Legal Assistants to provide high‑level support to attorneys specializing in litigation in the areas of Immigration law, Children's law, Guardianship law and general administrative/civil law. The ideal candidate is organized, diligent, takes initiative and can work both independently and as part of a team. This is a challenging role with varied responsibilities. Must have experience in a legal environment and possesses a strong understanding of litigation procedures and documentation.ResponsibilitiesCommunicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via emailDraft, proofread, and file or send legal documents, such as motions or letters of intentPerform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers' calendars, scheduling appointments and hearings, making photocopies, scanning and compiling complex documentationCreate and maintain electronic and hard copy case filesScreen, direct, and prioritize incoming calls and emails to lawyersRequired skills and qualificationsExperience working in a fast‑paced legal environmentExceptional written and verbal communication skillsExcellent attention to detailStrong organizational skillsExperience with legal forms, documents, Court practices and proceduresKnowledge of online court filing systemsExperience working with multiple lawyers simultaneouslyExcellent computer skills and experience with Word, Excel and Outlook software programsIs able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low‑income and vulnerable people in our communityEnjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issueAn empathetic communicator with a positive attitudeEnjoys being a part of a great team of caring individualsLoves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.Starting salary range is $39,000.00-$52,000.00 yearly dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits include 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner and dependents up to 26 years old. A 403B match dollar for dollar up to 5% of an employee's salary after 12 months of employment, 12 weeks paid parental leave, a generous paid time off policy and flex work options. Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada conducts a background review on employees.Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr