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Legal Assistant
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$63,274 / year median in West Virginia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Requirements Skills and Qualifications:
- 1+ year experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant; litigation experience is preferred.
- Excellent computer skills; MS Office Suite and Outlook, etc.
- Customer service mindset and pleasant attitude on phone.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
- Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- A client-focused attitude, flexibility, and the ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively.
- Ability to strictly maintain client and firm confidentiality.
- Able to pass an employment background screening.