Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Albuquerque, NM

The Rodey Law Firm is accepting resumes for a Legal Assistant position for its Albuquerque office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, flexibility, attention to detail, and have the ability to assess priorities.

 Job Description

• File documents with courts including pleadings, motions, answers, discovery, orders, etc.;
• Client billing, conflict checking, file opening, and file maintenance;
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with internal and external entities;
• Assist with trial preparation/coordination;
• Proofread, draft, and send correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents;
• Bates numbering/labeling documents;
• Calendar deadlines;
• Ensure that attorney time sheets are entered in a timely manner;
• Typing, filing, photocopying, etc., as time permits and as requested;
• Productive and amicable collaboration with coworkers;
• Provide legal support to a diverse population across dynamic settings;
• Independently manage time, including the ability to assess priorities and meet deadlines with short notice;
• Maintain courteous interactions and provide efficient service to internal and external entities;
• Follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of attorneys, clients and staff;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED;
• 1 – 3 years of experience providing legal support in mid-size or large-size law firm;
• Must have excellent organizational skills; demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and flexibility, be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-task legal environment;
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality;
• Solid working knowledge of general office procedures and office equipment;
• Computer literacy including strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word;
• Ability to remain focused and perform essential duties despite time constraints and interruptions;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Business school/college certificate(s) or degree(s);
• Working knowledge of a document management system.

Schedule:

7.5 hour shift | On-site | Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

 Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

If you are a motivated individual and you are looking to grow your career in a dynamic legal environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity by visiting https://rodey.isolvedhire.com. All inquiries kept confidential. Rodey Law Firm is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. Rodey Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment.