Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary Hildebrand Law Firm, LLC Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time $16 - $19 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Wellness program Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Statistics Record keeping Microsoft Excel Phone communication Labeling Greeting customers English Research Clio Data entry Court case file organization Typing Clerical experience Productivity software Legal case management Entry level File organization Time management Client interaction via phone calls Full Job Description We are looking for a Legal Secretary to undertake a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. You will work under the supervision of an attorney(s) and will also provide support in assigned legal cases. The goal is to sustain efficiency of all office procedures and case management so as to guarantee reliability and consistency. Responsibilities Provide administrative support to attorney(s) Effectively communicate with prospective and established clients, colleagues and associated corporate services Ability to competently make phone calls on behalf of the attorney(s) Greet visitors and perform initial screening of clients Attend occasional closings and assist in document preparation, copies and filing of documents Summarize documents, compose letters to clients or other parties Conduct thorough statistical/ documentary research Source and verify important case intelligence Produce and file/efile various legal documents such as affidavits, motions or petitions Preserve an updated case record system Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate Maintain and update inventories of contact details Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders Data input into Excel or billing software Scanning, organizing, labeling and filing client and administrative documents Skills Attention to details is a must Punctual work attendance Hard working and engaged during work hours Working knowledge of software systems (Microsoft Word/Excel) Proficiency in English Outstanding time-management and typing skills Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people No phone policy - We request that phones be kept on silent and no texting during work hours. A Plus if You Have Knowledge of legal terminology, standard legal practices and court system Knowledge of MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, etc.) Working knowledge of firm management software systems (Clio/ActionStep) Legal Secretary certification or diploma

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Wellness program

Work Location:

In person