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We are in search of a Legal Secretary to join our team located in Austin, Texas. As a Legal Secretary, you will support our Bankruptcy Group, working mainly under the supervision of the attorney(s). Your role will involve a wide range of tasks including drafting legal documents, coordinating schedules, and maintaining client confidentiality. This is a contract opportunity with the opportunity for growth.
Job Responsibility:
Drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence
Coordinating and scheduling client conferences, attorney meetings, and other special functions
Communicating effectively with clients, court personnel, counsel, third parties, and other related parties
Managing attorney calendars by planning and scheduling conferences, teleconferences, dispositions, and travel
Maintaining client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
Utilizing electronic filing systems and supervising file clerks
Assisting in the submission of billable time and reimbursable expenses
preparing invoices and communicating with clients concerning invoices
Reading, researching, reviewing, verifying, and routing correspondence, reports and legal documents
Accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and special projects
exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments and make recommendations
Consistently following through and demonstrating the ability and flexibility to multi-task and effectively balance priorities and meet tight deadlines
Requirements:
Proficiency in calendaring, with the ability to manage and schedule appointments, meetings, and deadlines effectively
Experience with e-Filing, demonstrating a strong understanding of electronic document management systems
Skilled in drafting legal documents, demonstrating the ability to create clear, concise, and legally sound documents
Proficient in managing legal documentation, ensuring all documents are accurately filed, stored, and easily retrievable
Nice to have:
Expertise in Bankruptcy Law, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework and guidelines
Expertise in Commercial Litigation, with the ability to manage and navigate complex commercial legal cases
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance