Legal Secretary

The Legal Secretary, provides administrative and clerical support to assigned legal personnel requiring standard knowledge of legal concepts, practices, and procedures, and works on assignments of increasing complexity according to ability by performing the following duties:

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

·         Performs routine secretarial and administrative duties for assigned legal personnel.

·         Transcribes and/or types legal documents, general correspondence, and related materials from dictation or written format in a timely and efficient manner.

·         Reviews legal documents for accuracy and conformance to established policies and standards.

·         Researches and compiles data for completion of legal documents and records.

·         Ensures proper and timely maintenance of office files.

·         Responds to incoming/outgoing attorney and department-related telephone calls.

·         Performs computer data entry to update account files, including setting-up and closing accounts and updating client information, as needed.

·         Contacts appropriate parties to update case status via telephone, e-mail, and/or internet.

·         Prepares and organizes case files.

·         Sorts and distributes mail.

·         Photocopies and faxes materials.

·         Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.

·         Additional duties as requested or required.

Minimum Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

·         2 years relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

·         Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.

·         Organized and detail oriented to meet deadlines.

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills.

·         Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive pay 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.


• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available


• Free Parking


• Access to onsite gym free of charge

Weltman/WWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity!