Legal Assistant
Weltman/WWR
Full-time
On-site
Dublin, Ohio, United States
$2k Retention Bonus during your 1st year of Employment!
The Legal Assistant assists Attorneys by performing legal work requiring knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology by performing the following duties.
Standard Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:
- Manages attorneys' court docket and prepares matters for hearing.
- Files court pleadings either via mailing or electronic filing.
- Ensures work is performed in a timely manner and in compliance with established policies and guidelines.
- Assists attorneys with management of case files and pleadings.
- Drafts and/or dictates legal briefs, pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
- Reviews files, mail and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
- Contacts clients, debtors, attorneys and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status
updates, and additional information and documentation. - Additional duties as requested or required.
The Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-4:45pm; flexibility permitted
Compensation and Benefits:
- $19.55 hr. + (based upon experience)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 8 Company paid holidays
- Competitive benefits -- Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance after 30 days and 401(k)
- Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
- Employee Perks Available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
- Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
- Free parking
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 2 years relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Commercial Lending and Collections experience a plus.
- Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
- Good organizational skills.
- Proficient in office practices and procedures; computer operation; word processing software; internet research.
- Must pass background check and drug screen.
EOE Statement: Weltman/WWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity!