Legal Assistant - #247149

Our law firm is currently seeking a qualified applicant for the position of Legal Assistant. We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join our team. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the law office, providing administrative support to enhance office effectiveness, drafting legal documents, copying, mailing, E-filing, and corresponding with other departments to ensure the smooth running of the office, effective case management, and a broad range of administrative tasks. The candidate must be proficient in utilizing technology to carry out these tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and assistance with legal documentation, case management, and office operations.
• Draft legal documents, correspond with clients and other departments, and ensure timely filing and organization of documents.
• Handle mailroom duties, including sorting and mailing packages (estimate of 2-3 hours per day depending on volume), and perform related tasks such as running copies.
• Organize packages and letters at the desk and deliver them to the mailroom as needed.
• Operate office equipment, such as copiers, and ensure supplies are stocked.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for up to 4 hours per day when assigned to mailroom duties.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform minimal twisting while making copies, stuffing envelopes, and organizing documents.
• Ability to lift up to 10-15 pounds if handling larger amounts of mail (e.g., a mail bucket), though this is not a requirement for the role.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Prior legal experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to take direction and work independently.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable operating and learning computer programs and web-based systems.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and a willingness to learn and assist as needed.
  
  

Work Environment

• On-site in Winston-Salem, NC.