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Legal Secretary

BakerHostetler Career
Full-time
On-site
Columbus, Ohio, United States

Our Labor and Employment group have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary in the Columbus office.  This is a non-exempt position that reports to the Regional Human Resources Manager. The Legal Secretary  must be highly organized, independent and possess excellent time management skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive environment and possess excellent people skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. The position requires the ability to think creatively and exercise independent judgment when necessary.


Responsibilities:



  • Record and monitor deadlines through individual attorney calendar systems.

  • Prepare, proof and format correspondence, pleadings and other necessary documentation.

  • Organize and prepare notebooks for depositions, hearings, arbitrations, mediations and trials.

  • Create and save documents in accordance with Firm Protocols.

  • Assist multiple attorneys.

  • Process attorney and client reimbursements and invoices.

  • Other duties as may be assigned.


Requirements:



  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proven aptitude to learn new software applications.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff members and attorneys.

  • Strong attention to detail. Ability to type/enter data. Ability to write simple correspondence and routine messages.

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions, procedure manuals, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, financial reports, or legal documents.


 


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