Job Summary The Legal Assistant supports legal professionals by coordinating administrative work, preparing and organizing documents, and conducting research. This role helps keep matters moving smoothly through accurate records, clear written materials, and dependable communication with colleagues and clients.
Responsibilities
- Draft and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and other written materials for accuracy and clarity.
- Conduct research using LexisNexis and organize matter documents in iManage, maintaining orderly files and records.
- Coordinate project tasks, manage schedules and filing, and complete data entry and clerical work.
- Support interviews and handle calls with skilled phone etiquette, sharing relevant information with the legal team.
- Your impact: Organized,
accurate support helps colleagues prepare efficiently and keep legal matters on track.
Requirements Required: Strong organizational skills, careful proofreading, clear writing, research, legal drafting, accurate data entry, filing, and professional phone etiquette are essential for managing documents and supporting daily legal work. Preferred: Administrative or clerical experience, familiarity with LexisNexis and iManage, and strengths in project management and interviewing are valuable for coordinating tasks and assisting legal professionals effectively.