Legal Secretary jobs in New Orleans, LA

Jones Fussell Law Firm is looking for an experienced legal assistant to provide secretarial and administrative support to our team.

Responsibilities

• Set up, manage and maintain legal client and case files
• Clerical tasks including typing, formatting pleadings, filing, and scheduling
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records
• Proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Distribute written/electronic correspondence to handling attorneys
• Manage calendar and schedule hearings, meetings, appointments, teleconferences, depositions, and travel
• Filing documents, including pleadings, with courts and administrative agencies
• Preparing basic pleadings (i.e., discovery templates, etc.)

Required Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent typing skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload
• Experience with Juris billing a plus, but not required

The ideal candidate is also eager to learn real estate closings from intake through post-closing, including communicating with clients and lenders, drafting legal documents and settlement statements, and issuing title policies.

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits.

*Benefits do not include health insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person