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Our client is looking for a Legal Assistant who will independently manage the daily activities of her/his lawyers in their litigation practices. The candidate will have a strong work ethic, be collaborative, professional, adaptable, positive and interested in their work.
If you are someone with:
- A strong client service approach
- Impeccable proofreading and grammar skills
- Organized with a high attention to detail and accuracy when completing tasks
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to be resourceful and work with minimal instruction or supervision
- Being able to work within tight timelines to meet deadlines, reassessing priorities as needed
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties
- Being proactive and taking initiative in anticipation of next steps.
Responsibilities
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Handling all administrative duties such as email and calendar management, coordinating meetings, making travel arrangements, etc.
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Preparing and maintaining a bring-forward system, as well as providing appropriate reminders
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Under legal professional supervision, preparing legal documents and correspondence according to precedents and/or instructions (drafting letters, revising draft documents, and preparing document comparisons)
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Transcribing digital dictation
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Entering time dockets
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Liaising with Billing Coordinators for the monthly production of accounts
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Ensuring all physical and electronic filing is organized and up to date on a regular basis
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Delegating tasks to, and coordinating with, other administrative departments
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Providing backup coverage in the absence of other assistants
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Other duties, as assigned
Please send your updated cv to ccampbell@klopprichards.com if you are interested in this exciting opportunity.
Klopp Richards & Associates would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this opportunity.