Raleigh Legal Assistant: Transactional & Litigation

Michael Best; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Outstanding benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Raleigh, NC is seeking a driven Legal Assistant to provide on-site support to timekeepers in the Transactional and Litigation practice areas. Prior Legal Assistant experience and familiarity with transactional and litigation matters required.

You will manage calendars, documents, billing, time entry, and office operations, collaborating with attorneys and staff to ensure accurate, timely work and excellent client service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Certificate or Undergraduate Degree strongly preferred
• 5+ years experience in a legal environment, preferably in the transactional and/or litigation practice area
• Ability and willingness to work in the office four to five days per week
• Professional demeanor and willingness to work proactively as part of a team across various practice groups
• Exceptional communication skills via phone, email and in-person
• Strong organizational skills with excellent judgement and attention to detail
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.
• Technology literacy and willingness to learn new technologies and software
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Manage an active calendar of appointments, meetings and travel for attorneys
• Process new client/matter documentation including conflict checks and engagement letters
• Compose and prepare confidential correspondence
• Transcribe, type, edit and finalize legal documents and memos
• Maintain and organize hard-copy and electronic files
• Respond to client and attorney inquiries in a timely, professional manner
• Enter time into time management software for timekeepers
• Create reports using Excel
• Communicate with clients about billing issues and status
• Prepare and organize closing binders and electronic court filings
• Docket management in CourtAlert
• Track and file continuing legal education credits
• Support civic, charitable, and professional activities

Job description

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Raleigh, NC is seeking a driven Legal Assistant to provide on-site support to timekeepers in the Transactional and Litigation practice areas. Prior Legal Assistant experience and familiarity with transactional and litigation matters required.

You will manage calendars, documents, billing, time entry, and office operations, collaborating with attorneys and staff to ensure accurate, timely work and excellent client service.