Legal Secretary

A Legal Secretary provides administrative support to lawyers, including document preparation, scheduling, and client communication

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Job Description

As a Legal Secretary, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to legal professionals, managing schedules, and handling legal correspondence.


Purpose

To enhance the efficiency of legal operations by providing administrative support, managing schedules, and facilitating communication.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage attorney schedules and appointments.
  • Prepare legal documents and correspondence.
  • Answer and direct phone calls.
  • Organize and maintain legal files.
  • Coordinate meetings and appointments.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree is a plus).
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Proficiency in legal office software.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

  • Entry-level positions may require some administrative experience.
  • Mid-level roles typically require 2-4 years of legal secretary experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification in legal secretarial studies.
  • Familiarity with legal case management systems.

Working Conditions

  • Office-based with occasional court filings.
  • Collaboration with attorneys and legal teams.

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