Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Phoenix, AZ at The Keller Group
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: The Keller Group
Location: Phoenix, AZ
The Keller Group is supporting our Phoenix based client in search of a Legal Assistant. This role will support the General Counsel with a variety of legal tasks including supporting contracts, leases, and other real estate agreements. The role also involves reviewing and analyzing changes to contracts and subcontracts, managing deal flow and deadlines, conducting research and assisting with litigation management.
What They Offer:
Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package.
PTO, 24 hour onsite gym and early out on Fridays.
A collaborative, supportive team environment with departmental team building events.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate daily with the General Counsel and development team to review deals and projects.
Assist in drafting legal documents such as purchase agreements, leases, and other real estate contracts.
Perform a wide range of administrative tasks including preparing confidential correspondence, organizing detailed schedules, and sending reminders as needed.
Handle key deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting letters and other documents.
Help manage the General Counsel’s time effectively by screening, researching, and routing correspondence, preparing letters and documents, and gathering and analyzing relevant information.
Safeguard the confidentiality of sensitive information to protect the operations of the business.
Qualifications:
High school diploma required with paralegal or legal assistant certification strongly preferred.
Prior legal work experience in a law office or real estate development firm preferred.
Experience in drafting and editing contracts.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Must be able to work independently on multiple projects from start to finish.
