Legal Assistant

Batch, Poore & Williams, PC; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Batch, Poore & Williams, PC, a Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area law firm, seeks a full-time on-site Legal Assistant to support attorneys with document prep, case files, and court filings.

You will manage calendars, schedule client meetings, and handle client communications, while ensuring accurate data entry and confidential handling of information.

Qualifications

• Understanding of family law, criminal defense, business law, and estate planning.
• Experience drafting, formatting, proofreading, and organizing pleadings and documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and staff.
• Ability to manage calendars, filings, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize legal documents.
• Maintain case files and coordinate court filings.
• Manage calendars and schedule client meetings.
• Handle phone calls, emails, and client correspondence.
• Enter data accurately into firm systems.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to support case management.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Client communication

Calendar management

Data entry

Phone and email handling

Drafting pleadings

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor degree or paralegal certificate

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Practice management software

Document management software

Job description

Company Description

Batch, Poore & Williams, PC is a client-focused law firm based in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area, providing family law, criminal defense, business law, and estate planning services. The firm is committed to putting clients first through trust, attentiveness, and superior client service. Team members work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals facing family law challenges, families with estate planning needs, and entrepreneurs launching new businesses in North Carolina. The firm emphasizes long-term relationships and high-quality legal representation, offering an environment where legal professionals can grow while delivering meaningful results for clients.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Legal Assistant role located in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area. The Legal Assistant will support attorneys with day-to-day tasks, including preparing and organizing legal documents, maintaining case files, and coordinating court filings. Responsibilities include managing calendars, scheduling client meetings and court appearances, and handling phone calls, emails, and correspondence with clients and external parties. The role also involves gathering and organizing case-related information, assisting with client intake and documentation, and ensuring accurate data entry into firm systems. The Legal Assistant will collaborate closely with attorneys and other staff to support efficient case management and deliver consistent, professional client service.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in law and legal procedures, with the ability to understand and support matters in family law, criminal defense, business law, and estate planning.
• Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, proofreading, and organizing pleadings, motions, agreements, and client correspondence.
• Excellent communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication with clients, attorneys, court staff, and other stakeholders.
• Experience with administrative assistance tasks, such as calendar management, filing systems (digital and physical), data entry, and general office support.
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role, with familiarity using legal practice management and document management software.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field or a paralegal/legal assistant certificate is preferred.