Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team in Austin, Texas. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support legal professionals and contribute to the efficiency of a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to solving challenges.
Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Review, edit, and proofread a variety of legal documents and correspondence for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage calendars and deadline tracking systems to ensure all tasks and appointments are well-organized.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, meetings, and conferences, while maintaining schedules for legal staff.
• Assist with typing, filing, photocopying, and downloading documents as needed to support legal operations.
• Open new legal matters, draft engagement letters, and ensure accurate documentation.
• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payment in alignment with firm policies.
• Provide reception relief and assist other staff with overflow tasks when required.• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of administrative experience in a legal environment, with preference for candidates possessing 3+ years.
• Proven experience in proofreading, reviewing, and editing invoices and legal documents.
• Proficiency in legal-specific software such as Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, and case management systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address challenges proactively.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with clients and team members.
• Availability to work onsite in Austin, Texas, at least three days per week.