Legal Assistant - Oklahoma City, United States - Rosell & Love, PLLC

Description

Job Summary: As a legal assistant, you will provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal professionals in a law firm of approximately 6-10 lawyers. Your role will involve managing lawyer case dockets and calendars, organizing and maintaining legal documents, assisting with legal research, communicating with clients, and managing office tasks in a busy downtown Oklahoma City law office. The job is full-time, in office with some flexibility for occasional remote work

Responsibilities:

1. Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, contracts, and agreements.
2. Legal Research: Conduct legal research using online databases, libraries, and other resources to support case preparation and analysis.
3. Client Communication: Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties to schedule meetings, gather information, and provide updates on case status.
4. Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, including indexing documents, tracking deadlines, and managing case calendars.
5. Administrative Support: Assist lawyers with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing correspondence, and filing court documents.
6. Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents with state and federal courts and administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements.
7. Billing and Timekeeping: Assist with billing tasks, including tracking billable hours, preparing invoices, and maintaining billing records.
8. Legal Compliance: Stay updated on legal regulations and procedures relevant to assigned practice areas to ensure compliance in document preparation and filing.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field preferred.
2. Experience: Previous experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a legal support role is desirable.
3. Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and document preparation is necessary.
4. Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software such as document management systems and legal research databases.
5. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
7. Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation, data entry, and record-keeping.
8. Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of electronic filing procedures in federal courts will be beneficial