Legal Support Clerk

Snell & Wilmer; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K / Profit sharing

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Snell & Wilmer in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a dedicated Legal Support Clerk to assist our Legal Administrative Assistants and collaborate with Attorneys and Paralegals to ensure top-tier service. You will perform check requests, time entry, reimbursements, and support billing while proofreading documents and filing promptly.

We value organization, multi-tasking and strong communication in a fast-paced environment. This full-time role offers a competitive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal support role is a plus.
• Excellent proofreading and editing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal software.
• Excellent time management with proven ability to multi-task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work well in a team.
• Understanding and strict adherence to the firm's protocols, naming conventions, and folder structure.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Performs administrative duties such as preparing check requests, time entry, reimbursements requests, and others
• Assists with the billing process using accounting software
• Performs conflict checks, opens new client matters, and sends out engagement letters
• Ensures that all documents have been proofread, edited, and revised as necessary
• Electronically files documents into the firm’s document management system in a timely and organized manner, strictly following the firm's protocols, naming conventions, and folder structure
• Updates and maintains business development contacts
• Responds to numerous phone calls and emails in a professional manner
• Develops and maintains smooth working relationships with staff, attorneys, and clients
• Assists with opening and closing of new files
• Prepare binders and exhibits, assembling mailings, and complete printing projects accurately and efficiently

Skills

Excellent proofreading

Excellent editing

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software

Job description

For Applicants Residing In California

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Legal Support Clerk Job Details

Put your legal and organizational skills to work at Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States. We are currently seeking a dedicated, self-motivated Legal Support Clerk to join our dynamic team in our Phoenix office. This position supports our Legal Administrative Assistants (LAAs) and works closely with, Attorneys and Paralegals. Your work will directly impact our firm's ability to provide top-tier legal services.

The hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the office.

If you are a self-starter looking for a career with future advancement opportunities and has excellent organizational, proofing and editing skills; as well as the ability to multi-task, prioritize your work in fast-paced environment,

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs administrative duties such as preparing check requests, time entry, reimbursements requests, and others
• Assists with the billing process using accounting software
• Performs conflict checks, opens new client matters, and sends out engagement letters
• Ensures that all documents have been proofread, edited, and revised as necessary
• Electronically files documents into the firm’s document management system in a timely and organized manner, strictly following the firm's protocols, naming conventions, and folder structure
• Updates and maintains business development contacts
• Responds to numerous phone calls and emails in a professional manner
• Develops and maintains smooth working relationships with staff, attorneys, and clients
• Assists with opening and closing of new files
• Prepare binders and exhibits, assembling mailings, and complete printing projects accurately and efficiently

Experience And Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal support role is a plus
• Excellent proofing and editing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal software
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work well in a team
• Understanding and strict adherence to the firm's protocols, naming conventions, and folder structure
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day.

• The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate.

Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.