Legal Practice Assistant

Burr & Forman; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Burr & Forman LLP, located in Birmingham, AL, seeks a full-time Legal Practice Assistant for our Healthcare practice group. The role supports attorneys with administrative, litigation and corporate tasks, including document preparation, e-filing, calendar management and client communications.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years’ legal support experience, an associate degree or equivalent, and proficiency in Microsoft Word with typing 50 wpm.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a legal secretary/assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department environment.
• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficient with computer programs including Microsoft Word and ability to type 50 wpm.
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team.
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Some overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and proof contracts, agreements, deal documents, briefs, memos, reports, pleadings, correspondence and other similar documents
• Perform complex administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes
• E-filing documents in district/state/federal courts
• Schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings, travel, depositions, and hearings
• Maintain calendars including court appearances and transaction deadlines
• Enter billable time and edit time and pre-bills as needed
• Process expense reimbursements
• Answer incoming calls; prepare documents for shipment; and distribute mail
• Open and maintain client files and organizational documents
• Respond to inquiries for information
• Other responsibilities as needed

Skills

Strong communication

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Typing 50 wpm

Job description

Burr & Forman LLP is seeking a full-time Legal Practice Assistant in our Birmingham, AL office in our Healthcare practice group. This role will provide a variety of administrative, litigation, and corporate legal support services with an intense focus on providing exceptional service to our clients. Key responsibilities include preparing and filing legal documents, managing case files, scheduling appointments, and facilitating communication with attorneys and clients, exhibiting commitment to integrity and excellence.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

• Prepare, edit, and proof contracts, agreements, deal documents, briefs, memos, reports, pleadings, correspondence and other similar documents
• Perform complex administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes
• E-filing documents in district/state/federal courts
• Schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings, travel, depositions, and hearings
• Maintain calendars including court appearances and transaction deadlines
• Enter billable time and edit time and pre-bills as needed
• Process expense reimbursements
• Answer incoming calls; prepare documents for shipment; and distribute mail
• Open and maintain client files and organizational documents
• Respond to inquiries for information
• Other responsibilities as needed

THE ESSENTIALS

• At least two years of experience as a legal secretary/assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department environment
• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Proficient with computer programs including Microsoft Word and ability to type 50 wpm
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Some overtime may be required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you’re a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team.

Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits.

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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