Responsibilities Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness Handle communication with clients, witnesses, and district clerks Prepare cases and exhibits for hearings and trial Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence, including subpoenas, business records affidavits, motions and orders Answer and direct phone calls Ensure attorneys meet case deadlines Maintain attorney calendar Skills Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office Computer literacy Proficiency in English Working knowledge of case management software Excellent secretarial and organizational skills Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure