Overview
Legal Secretary Jobs in Carson City, NV at Manpower Northern Nevada
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Legal Assistant with 5+ years of legal office experience to support attorneys and the firm with client communication, document preparation, administrative duties, and case-related responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be professional, detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Key ResponsibilitiesClient Relations
- Maintain professional, courteous, and positive relationships with clients.
- Respond to client phone calls and emails in a timely and professional manner.
- Protect and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive client and firm information.
- Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information and documentation.
- Provide updates and information to attorneys and firm staff as needed.
- Assist with addressing client questions and concerns while maintaining professionalism.
Administrative & Legal Support
- Prepare, organize, proofread, and manage legal documents and correspondence.
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical files.
- Ensure documents and correspondence are filed appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Assist attorneys with document preparation, case management, and general administrative support.
- Review documents carefully for spelling, grammar, formatting, and accuracy.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Time Management & Organization
- Plan and prioritize work based on importance, deadlines, and attorney needs.
- Manage multiple assignments and competing priorities effectively.
- Meet established deadlines and maintain high-quality work.
- Communicate promptly when a deadline may be difficult to meet or additional time or information is needed.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Professional Development
- Attend staff, personnel, and training meetings as required.
- Stay current with legal office procedures, technology, and industry practices.
- Participate in educational and professional development opportunities.
- Continuously develop knowledge and skills related to legal administration and support.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience working as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.
- Strong knowledge of legal office procedures and administrative practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong proofreading and document-editing skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while also supporting attorneys and team members.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Professional, dependable, and client-focused demeanor.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and document management systems.
- Experience managing confidential client records and correspondence.
- Professional certification or additional legal education is a plus.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will be a reliable, detail-oriented, and experienced legal professional who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. This individual should be comfortable communicating with clients, supporting attorneys, managing confidential information, and working independently to ensure deadlines and daily responsibilities are met.
Pay: $33.21 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Secretary
Company: Manpower Northern Nevada
Location: Carson City, NV
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