Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

-Prepare and manage correspondence -Organize and coordinate legal meetings /appointments -Maintain schedules and calendars -Take, type and distribute minutes of meetings, dictations and interviews -Proofread and edit legal documents -Set up and maintain databases and files -Document and maintain case details -Handle incoming mail and calls -Communicate verbally and in writing to answer inquiries and provide information -Conduct research and collate information relevant to cases -Implement and maintain office systems

Education and Experience

-Relevant training or qualification -Knowledge and experience of relevant software applications -Processing, presentations and database management -Working knowledge of legal procedures and legal terminology -Knowledge of local, state and federal filing rules -Proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar and other English language skills -Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures -Transcription and typing skills

Key Skills and Competencies

-Verbal and written communication skills -Attention to detail -Confidentiality -Planning and organizing -Information management

Since the bulk of our work revolves around real estate transactions as well as estate planning and wills/trusts, additional duties will include: -Assisting in handling property transactions, real estate contracts, leases, and property development. -May also deal with title searches and closing documents. -Assisting in matters related to wills, trusts, estate planning, and probate proceedings. -May help prepare documents that outline how assets should be distributed after a person's passing.

This is a Full-Time Opportunity with a starting salary of $16.50/hour.

For consideration, please email resume/work history to: jwvogel@jwvogellaw.com