Legal Support Clerk

Swlaw; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K/profit sharing

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Snell & Wilmer is seeking a dedicated Legal Support Clerk to join our Phoenix office. This role supports Legal Administrative Assistants and works closely with Attorneys and Paralegals to ensure efficient daily operations.

The position requires attention to detail, strong proofreading/editing skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the office, with a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth.

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 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.

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

Microsoft Office

Proofreading

Editing

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Legal software familiarity

Document management systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Document management system

Legal software

Job description

Phoenix
Phoenix office
1 E Washington St
Suite 2700
Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

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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 .

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
• 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.

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