Legal Assistant

Job Summary:

The Legal Assistant will provide vital administrative and operational support to the legal team, assisting with daily tasks to ensure smooth office operations and legal matter management. This position involves a blend of administrative, legal, and client support duties.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with front desk responsibilities as needed.
• Support paralegals by opening/closing matters, redacting documents, eFiling, and basic drafting.
• Collect and scan handwritten attorney notes for digital filing and organization.
• Assist the office shareholder with special projects and day-to-day tasks.
• Maintain office supplies, snacks, and beverages to support a comfortable work environment.
• Act as a courier by delivering legal documents to courthouses and other locations when necessary.
• Drop off outgoing mail at the post office and make bank deposits as required.
• Prepare and draft contracts using the firm’s document management software.
• Serve as backup Consult Coordinator when needed.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned, following firm protocols and procedures.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proactive, flexible, and eager to learn.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and good judgment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• One or more years of administrative experience required OR one year of Legal Assistant/Secretary experience
• Prior experience in a legal or law firm setting preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Coker, Robb & Cannon is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. CRC prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CRC conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

 

Salary

• $30,000 - $32,000