Legal Receptionist/Front Desk Assistant

Confidential; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family law firm in Dallas is looking for a Legal Receptionist/Front Desk Assistant. This role serves as the first point of contact, managing guest interactions, phone calls, and supporting administrative tasks. Ideal candidates should have a professional demeanor, attention to detail, and relevant experience. The position requires on-site work, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Professional appearance and demeanor for greeting visitors.
• Experience as a secretary, receptionist, or administrative assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and directing guests, ensuring they are accompanied.
• Answering and directing phone calls using firm systems.
• Supporting Intake Specialists by gathering initial client information.

Skills

Discretion

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

VoIP Phone System

Job description

An established family law firm in Dallas is seeking a Legal Receptionist/Front Desk Assistant. This role is the first point of contact for clients, vendors, and visitors to our office.

Responsibilities include:

1. Greeting and directing guests, ensuring they are accompanied or shown to appropriate conference rooms.
2. Providing refreshments to visitors.
3. Notifying attorneys or staff of guest arrivals.
4. Answering and directing phone calls using firm systems.
5. Supporting Intake Specialists by gathering initial client information.
6. Assisting Office Assistant and Office Manager in maintaining a tidy lobby and conference rooms.
7. Receiving and signing for mail, packages, and deliveries.
8. Updating attorney dockets with information from intake.
9. Performing other administrative tasks as assigned by the Office Manager or leadership.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Professional appearance and demeanor suitable for greeting visitors and answering calls.
• Discretion and confidentiality regarding client information.
• Attention to detail for call routing, docket updates, and guest management.
• Experience as a secretary, receptionist, or administrative assistant preferred.
• Law firm experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• VoIP phone system experience is preferred.

This is an on-site role, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, located off Oak Lawn in Dallas.