The Legal Secretary will provide dedicated administrative and legal support to one attorney across litigation, real estate law, and general practice matters. This role will prepare pleadings, motions, contracts, and agreements while managing regular client communication, direct client intake, and frequent court coordination. Heavy involvement in real estate and estate planning in addition to litigation support.
Responsibilities
- Manage calendars, appointments, deadlines, and court schedules for one attorney.
- Prepare and organize pleadings, motions, contracts, and agreements.
- Complete legal filing and support court filing procedures.
- Coordinate regularly with courts regarding filings, schedules, and related matters.
- Communicate with clients by phone and email and conduct direct client intake.
- Provide billing support and maintain accurate records.
- Manage legal files and records in an organized and confidential manner.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the attorney.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal secretarial support experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience with legal document preparation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of court filing procedures.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
