Legal Assistant

Vaco; Tuscaloosa (AL); In loco; USD 36.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Vaco in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks a dependable Legal Assistant to support attorneys and an administrative team in a fast-paced law office. You will prepare, format, and manage legal documents, maintain files, and coordinate court deadlines.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or with a team. Prior legal support experience is preferred but not required; strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Competenze

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Prior law office or legal support experience is preferred but not required.

Mansioni

• Assist attorneys and staff with administrative and clerical tasks.
• Prepare, format, and manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and court-related deadlines.
• Answer and direct phone calls professionally.
• Communicate with clients and outside parties as needed.
• Support office operations and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Professionalism

Willingness to learn

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking a dependable and organized Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and administrative team in the day-to-day operations of a busy law office. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in providing excellent administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and staff with administrative and clerical tasks
• Prepare, format, and manage legal documents and correspondence
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and court-related deadlines
• Answer and direct phone calls professionally
• Communicate with clients and outside parties as needed
• Support office operations and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Prior law office or legal support experience is preferred but not required

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail‑oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. We welcome candidates from administrative, office support, customer service, and professional office environments who are interested in building a career in the legal field.