Downtown Coeur d’Alene law office is seeking a Legal Assistant.
This position requires an Associate’s degree or two years prior experience in a similar job.
Applicant should have initiative, learn quickly, be a team player, and be honest and dependable.
Applicant must be familiar with, understand and abide by the strict rules of client confidentiality.
GENERAL
The office assistant is the face of our office and must provide professional, courteous service to our clients while assisting attorneys and paralegals in daily operations.
SUPERVISORS
Attorneys, Paralegals/ Office Manager
QUALIFICATIONS
· Client/customer service experience
· AA degree or two years office assistant experience
· Reception experience with multi-line phone systems
· Clerical skills to include the ability to type 50 wpm
· Experience with Microsoft Office software suite
· Current driver’s license
· Self-motivated and able to work independently
· Familiarity or interest with the legal system and law office business practices
· Background with seniors and the aging is highly desirable
DUTIES
· Answer the telephone and welcome clients
· Schedule appointments and client files
o Confirm that documents and folders are ready for execution
· Operate computer and other office equipment
o File, mail, scan and email documents and office papers
· Pick up mail from Post Office Box and sort
· Go to the Courthouse and Recorder’s Office to certify and record client documents
· Compile mailings, make copies, scan client documents
· Follow through on assigned business and office projects
· Assist attorneys and paralegals with legal work
· Maintain supply inventory and order supplies as needed
· Assist in billing clients, process client payments, answer questions regarding bills
· Maintain filing system
OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with 1 hour for lunch.
Please email cover letter and resume to shelly@cwelp.
com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.
00 - $20.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Ability to Relocate:
* Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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