We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a respected law practice on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This role supports a senior attorney whose work centers on estate planning, probate matters, trust administration, and business-related legal issues. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a detail-oriented client-service approach while managing a busy legal desk with accuracy and discretion.
Responsibilities:
- Create, revise, and finalize a wide range of legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, agreements, and matter-related paperwork with a high level of accuracy.
- Oversee the attorney's schedule by coordinating appointments, hearings, meetings, deadlines, and client consultations to keep daily priorities on track.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, courts, notaries, witnesses, court reporters, and other external parties to facilitate timely communication and follow-up.
- Organize and maintain both digital and paper files in accordance with firm standards, ensuring records remain current, accessible, and properly documented.
- Prepare routine letters and supporting materials, assemble completed document packages, and assist with administrative tasks tied to active legal matters.
- Review incoming mail, email, and legal notices, then direct, sort, and track items so time-sensitive information reaches the appropriate parties promptly.
- Handle expense submissions and reimbursement documentation for the attorney, keeping records accurate and complete.
- Protect confidential client and case information at all times while exercising discretion in every interaction.
- Balance multiple assignments in a fast-paced legal setting, meeting deadlines while delivering responsive service to both attorneys and clients.