Legal Assistant

The TemPositions Group of Companies; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly organized Legal Assistant to enhance their dynamic team. This hybrid role balances in-office and remote work, making it perfect for those who thrive in diverse environments. The ideal candidate will excel in administrative tasks, manage client intakes, and support attorneys with court filings. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent communication skills are essential. Join a collaborative team where your contributions will be valued, and take your career to the next level in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with court filings and legal document revisions.
• Manage client intakes and maintain organized filing systems.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Multitasking

Research Skills

Education

Notary Public Certification

Prior Law Firm Experience

Tools

Filevine

Needles

Westlaw

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our client's dynamic team. This is a hybrid position, requiring a balance of in-office and remote work. The ideal candidate will be proficient in various administrative tasks and have a strong ability to multitask.

Administrative Tasks:

• Log incoming emails and new contacts
• Maintain organized filing systems, both physical and digital
• Manage client intakes and onboarding processes
• Handle basic accounting tasks, including monthly invoicing
• Answer and route phone calls efficiently
• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail

Legal Support:

• Assist attorneys with court filings
• Review and revise legal documents, such as pleadings
• Manage attorneys’ calendars and scheduling
• Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Notary Public certification (preferred, not required)
• Prior law firm experience
• Willingness to learn and use case management software (Filevine, Needles)
• Willingness to learn and use legal research tools (Westlaw)
• Outstanding technical, organizational, research, and communication skills.

Company Overview

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.