Legal and Administrative Assistant

Firm Overview:

Visit: https://jonespropertylaw.com/

We are a law firm of highly reviewed real estate and property attorneys. We believe in completely ethical and honest representation in all circumstances. We are in the business of law to solve problems and bring about resolution, through litigation if truly necessary, but not to create needless conflict. All team members are responsible for protecting the firm's strong reputation in this regard, as evidenced by our online reviews. We only want to partner with people who have a strong moral grounding and a constructive purpose in life that transcends money and personal achievement.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal and Administrative Assistant to join our law firm. The successful candidate will perform a variety of administrative, reception, and legal support duties to ensure smooth operations for our firm. This position works under the firm's existing paralegal and will also provide support directly to the firm's attorneys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mail Handling:
• Scan and save incoming mail
• Handle outgoing mail
• Errands:
• Run errands to courts and other locations as needed
• Office Maintenance:
• Stock supplies
• Perform janitorial duties including cleaning offices, kitchens, and bathrooms
• Reception Duties:
• Greet clients, ensure they are seated comfortably, and offer refreshments
• Perform reception phone work as necessary
• Legal Support:
• Prepare hearing notebooks
• File legal documents
• Notarize documents
• Make client update phone calls
• Collect payments
• Administrative Tasks:
• Potentially perform basic bookkeeping duties
• Generally help all team members stay organized and save them time

Skills and Qualifications:

• Organizational Skills:
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Interpersonal Skills:
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Professional demeanor and the ability to interact with clients and court personnel
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and software in general
• Basic knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is a plus
• Personal Traits:
• Reliable and punctual
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Application Question(s):

• If you wish to be considered for this position, please upload a cover letter (in addition to your resume) explaining how your prior work or educational experiences might apply to this role, how your personality might apply to this role, and why you interest in this particular role at this particular law firm.

Ability to Commute:

• Edmond, OK 73034 (Required)

Work Location: In person