Overview
Legal Receptionist/Legal Assistant Jobs in East Providence, RI at The Law Office of Leonard M. Cordeiro, PC
Legal Receptionist / Legal Assistant:
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and professional Legal Receptionist / Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, staying organized, and learning about the legal field.
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, friendly, and comfortable handling multiple administrative tasks in a professional office environment. Legal experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls in a professional and courteous manner.
- Greet clients and visitors and provide a welcoming experience.
- Schedule and confirm appointments.
- Take messages and communicate information to attorneys and staff.
- Assist with basic client communication and information gathering.
- Open, organize, scan, copy, and maintain client files and documents.
- Enter and update information in the firm’s case-management system.
- Assist with routine data entry and administrative tasks.
- Prepare, organize, and proofread basic correspondence and documents.
- Assist attorneys and staff with day-to-day office needs.
- Keep track of routine tasks, appointments, and follow-ups.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling client and case information.
- Perform other administrative duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Previous office, receptionist, administrative, or customer-service experience preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Professional and friendly communication skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office, and data entry.
- Ability to learn new software and office systems.
- Professional telephone etiquette.
- Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks.
- Dependable, punctual, and professional.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Prior legal experience is a plus but not required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a law office or professional office environment.
- Familiarity with legal case-management or document-management software, including NEOS.
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities, particularly English, Portuguese, and/or Spanish, are a plus.
What We Offer:
This is a paid position offering an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a legal environment, develop administrative and professional skills, and learn more about the legal field while working alongside an experienced legal team.
If you are dependable, organized, willing to learn, and enjoy helping people, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction telling us about your relevant experience, language abilities, and why you are interested in joining our team.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in East Providence, RI 02914
Title: Legal Receptionist/Legal Assistant
Company: The Law Office of Leonard M. Cordeiro, PC
Location: East Providence, RI
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