Legal Assistant - New Orleans, United States - Cara Stone, LLP

Description

Established law firm seeks a Legal Assistant to work directly with the Managing Partner to oversee administrative projects, monitor emails, and manage other office responsibilities. Candidates who can wear many hats and can provide support administratively and professionally will be a good fit for this position.

Legal Duties and Responsibilities

· Set priorities daily for partners and assist with daily time management.

· Answer and send emails to enhance office effectiveness.

· Maintain electronic filing system and save emails and attachments.

· Schedule meetings and manage calendar.

· Manage projects and keep track of deadlines.

· Plan travel, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.

· Coordinate events and speaking engagements.

· Maintain contact list.

· Open mail daily and scan when necessary.

· Input drafting notes, run redlines, send DocuSign requests.

· Attend to other office projects as needed.

Requirements

· Mastery of Outlook Rules, Intake, experience with delegate access-an Outlook expert

· Mastery of MS Office Program: Excel, Word, and PDF's

· Mastery of NetDocuments for filing emails and attachments

· Previous Experience of supporting high-profile individuals

· Knowledge of law, legal procedures and protocols preferred

· Proficiency and competence to prioritize competing demands under pressure

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Ability to work independently and take direction

· Demonstrate a high degree of integrity, loyalty and security measures regarding all confidential matters

· Must be extremely detailed oriented, motivated and organized in a fast-paced environment