Legal Assistant

Manufacturing Inc; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

A local manufacturing company in Coventry, Rhode Island is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal staff. Responsibilities include providing administrative support, scheduling appointments, organizing legal documents, conducting legal research, and communicating with clients. The ideal candidate should have front desk experience, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Pay ranges from $20 to $24 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a front desk or reception role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
• Answer phones and greet clients.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars.
• Prepare and organize legal documents and files.
• Conduct legal research as needed.

Skills

Previous front desk or reception experience

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks

Attention to detail and accuracy

Reliable and punctual

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to join our team. This role provides essential support to attorneys and legal staff, with opportunities to utilize both administrative and legal skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
• Answering phones, greeting clients, and directing inquiries.
• Scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
• Preparing and organizing legal documents and files.
• Drafting and proofreading correspondence and legal documents.
• Conducting legal research.
• Assisting with case preparation.
• Communicating with clients and witnesses.
• Managing office workflow and tasks.

Skills/Qualifications

• Previous front desk or reception experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable and punctual.

Schedule

• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay

• $20.00/hr (for previous front desk or reception experience)
• $24.00/hr (for previous paralegal experience)

If you are a detail-oriented and organized individual with a background in front desk/reception or paralegal work, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws