- Schedule meetings, depositions, and interviews
- Investigate facts regarding cases
- Maintain client files
- Prepare pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, and other litigation documents
- File and serve legal documents
- Prepare client bills
- Communicate with clients over the phone, in writing and in person.
- Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues, judges, opposing counsel, court personnel, etc.
- Attend and participate in meetings and trainings as requested
- Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Prior office experience, preferably in a legal environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software
- Willingness to learn new technology
Legal Assistant - Buffalo, United States - Duke, Holzman, Photiadis & Gresens, LLP
Description
Duke, Holzman, Photiadis & Gresens, LLP is a law firm with an office in Buffalo's Larkinville District, providing services to clients in the areas of business and corporate law, civil litigation, construction law, trusts and estates, first-party insurance coverage, labor and employment, personal injury, real estate and environmental and taxation. The legal assistant will provide legal support to attorneys in a fast-paced environment, and must be able to work both independently and as part of the team. Applicants should have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a legal office setting.
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Compensation
Estimated hourly compensation range is $22 to $28, dependent on experience, plus discretionary year-end bonus. The firm offers a generous benefit package, including: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Vacation, Sick/Safe Leave, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, and Parking.