About the job
Our Labor and Employment group have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary in the Columbus office. This is a non-exempt position that reports to the Regional Human Resources Manager. The Legal Secretary must be highly organized, independent and possess excellent time management skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive environment and possess excellent people skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. The position requires the ability to think creatively and exercise independent judgment when necessary.
Responsibilities
- Record and monitor deadlines through individual attorney calendar systems.
- Prepare, proof and format correspondence, pleadings and other necessary documentation.
- Organize and prepare notebooks for depositions, hearings, arbitrations, mediations and trials.
- Create and save documents in accordance with Firm Protocols.
- Assist multiple attorneys.
- Process attorney and client reimbursements and invoices.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proven aptitude to learn new software applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff members and attorneys.
- Strong attention to detail. Ability to type/enter data. Ability to write simple correspondence and routine messages.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions, procedure manuals, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, financial reports, or legal documents.