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Busy, local law firm in Montgomery/Bucks area is seeking a Receptionist 25-40 hours per week, to assist in a fast-paced Family Law firm. Candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized, efficient and detail-oriented. Position is responsible for managing office calendars for attorneys and cases; data intake/entry; phone communications, filing and organizing client documents and creating basic documents as needed. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Benefits (commensurate on hours worked): Paid Time Off, Bonus eligible, 401(k) plan/401(k) matching, Health insurance, dental & vision - 100% paid for full-time employee only Preferred candidates must have the following qualities:

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with clients and firm staff. Must be friendly and engaging with clients on the phone and in person;
• Extremely organized and able to follow directions and manage workflow easily;
• Responsive to client and attorney requests;
• Able to manage your own workflow, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, small business environment;
• Proficient in MS Word and Adobe and comfortable learning new programs. Knowledge of MyCase and/or family law software is a plus.
• Experience as a receptionist or office assistant is preferred.

Job duties:

Provide general office duties as needed, including, but not limited to: copying, scanning, filing, and drafting correspondence; Communicating with clients, courts and opposing counsel; Provide administrative support in growing small firm setting; Organize case filing systems to ensure all documents are properly sorted and easy to locate, and other administrative duties as needed; Act as a witness for estate planning signing appointments; Manage attorney and case calendars and other time-sensitive actions; Greet clients, prepare intake sheets for appointments; Answer and direct telephone calls and schedule appointments; Organize, scan, and deliver all mail to the appropriate individuals; and Manage attorney and case calendars and other time-sensitive actions. Our firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person