Legal Assistant II

We’re seeking an intelligent, organized, empowered legal assistant who is a detail-oriented, self-starter. We are looking to add someone with ambition and a positive attitude to our team. If you are looking for a drama-free environment to do your best and fuflfill your personal goals and achieve work life balance, please apply. This is an IN PERSON position.

Clear, consise and empathetic written and verbal communication skills are esential to this position. We are a criminal defense firm. We respresent people accused of crimes. Do not apply if you do not have a personal interest in this type of law. Law students will not be considered for this position.

• Manage assigned case files to ensure deadlines are met by other team members
• Attend weekly meetings to prioritize assignments and incorporate workflows
• Keep clients apprised of case status, court dates, and progress

• At least 5 years of experience in a law firm setting, performing administrative tasks
• Experience in criminal law is a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines with quick turnaround times
• Experience in billing time accurately and efficiently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Patient and consistent in maintaining established standards, guidelines, and procedures
• Unhurried, methodical, and step-by-step approach to well-defined, repetitive tasks
• Ability to investigate information with empathy and a positive attitude
• Effective team player and collaborator with a cooperative approach to work