Asst. Professor - Law jobs in Aiken, SC

We are seeking highly motivated candidates in the Aiken County, South Carolina area for a growing general law practice. Experience working in a legal office is required. Must be able to prioritize projects, and Travel 15% of time to local Courthouses. Candidates will be supporting a practice that specializes in real estate transactions, estate planning and civil litigation. Candidates with experience in those areas of law are preferred.

JOB DUTIES include (but are not limited to) dictation, formatting and proofreading correspondence, pleadings and other legal documents, electronic court filings, maintain attorney’s schedules, calendars, deadlines, client billing and accounting and client files. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software including Word and Outlook.

CHARACTERISTICS AND QUALITIES: You smile when you answer the phone. You are an amazing scheduler with a great attention to detail. You thrive in a fast paced and high-pressure work environment. You are very good with calendars, e-mail, spreadsheets, word processing, and legal research. You are able to receive constructive feedback and coaching. You are an awesome juggler of tasks and can change gears quickly but also understand the importance of block scheduling and getting things done correctly. You are a skilled problem solver who is able to anticipate problems and formulate solutions without having to be asked. You do not think small tasks are “beneath you”.

After the first 30 days of employment, you will be expected to perform without much help from the attorney. Your job performance will be reviewed after the first 90 days with the law firm.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 5 years (Required)
• Paralegals & Legal Assistants: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person