Bilingual Legal Assistant (English/Spanish)

You must be Bilingual (Spanish) to apply!

We are looking for a self-motivated Legal Assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney

Responsibility

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  Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
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  Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
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  Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
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  Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
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  Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
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  Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
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  Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney's calendar and making travel arrangements

Legal Assistant Qualifications and Skills

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  Must be able to speak, write and in English and Spanish
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  Ability to handle electronic and hard copy documents
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  Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
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  Excellent written and oral communication skills
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  Great team player

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1-5 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines

Benefits

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  Benefits are effective after 3 months of employment
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  Employer pays 50% of health, dental and vision
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  100% employer paid life insurance
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  Paid holiday