Receptionist

Socket.dev; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, a leading consumer rights law firm, is seeking a friendly receptionist to join our Charleston office. You will support attorneys and staff by handling front-desk duties, coordinating new client engagement, and maintaining orderly reception areas.

This full-time role requires organization, professional demeanor, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with limited supervision. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Entry level office experience; legal environment preferred.
• Strong multitasking, prioritization and deadline management.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients as they arrive at the office and determine their visit purpose.
• Provide initial information regarding services and lawyers’ availability.
• Obtain preliminary information from new clients to determine case histories.
• Record client information and forward to lawyers or assistants.
• Handle calls, transfer messages, and relay information via PABX system.
• Process incoming/outgoing correspondence per protocols.
• Coordinate and manage office supplies and liaise with vendors.
• Ensure conference rooms and shared spaces are tidy for meetings.
• Assist attorneys, paralegals, and staff with clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Greeting clients

Client information

Multitasking

Communication skills

Office software

ProDoc

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

ProDoc

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

We are looking for a receptionist to join our team! The individual will work directly with our attorneys, performing a variety of administrative support duties and will be responsible for coordinating new client engagement. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, capable of working with limited supervision and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.

Hiring Range: $17/hr

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Responsibilities

• Greet clients as they arrive at the office, and inquire into their purpose of visiting the firm
• Provide initial information regarding the firm’s services, and availability of lawyers
• Obtain preliminary information from new clients, to determine their case histories, and backgrounds
• Record all information provided by clients, and forward it to lawyers, or legal assistants
• Respond to telephone calls, by operating PABX systems, diverting and transferring calls, and taking and relaying messages
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, according to established protocols and procedures
• Oversee the obtainment and storage of office supplies and equipment, while creating and maintaining an effective liaison with vendors and suppliers
• Ensuring that conference and shared spaces are tidy and ready for client meetings
• Assisting attorneys, paralegals, and other staff with various clerical duties as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Entry level experience working in an office setting, preferably in the legal environment
• Knowledge of general office practices
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Demonstrated skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ProDoc

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

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