Baton Rouge law firm seeking a full-time Legal and Administrative Assistant
This is an on-site position only; not a remote job.
Essential Responsibilities:
● Respond to lead calls in a timely manner.
● Gather critical information from potential clients and relay information to the attorney through our intake software.
● Correspond with potential clients through texting, email, or web form applications.
● Coordination and scheduling of appointments from multiple platforms.
● Handling incoming and outgoing mail as well as incoming and outgoing faxes and overnight packages.
● Open all new cases in our case management software.
●Assist administrator with general office management such as ordering supplies, banking, etc.
Desired Skills:
● Proficiency in computer software including Zoom, MS Word, and Adobe.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with an emphasis on critical thinking.
● Strong digital document management skills.
● Ability to work with and troubleshoot common office technology.
● Able to work well in a team environment and independently/without supervision.
● Excellent interpersonal skills including strong listening, written and verbal communication, with the ability to clearly and professionally communicate with others.
Education:
● High School diploma or equivalent required.
Hours: ● 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Benefits: ● Health insurance ● Paid time off and sick leave
Paid holidays
Pay Starting at: $25/hour - based on experience
Apply: Email your cover letter and resume to joinourlafirm at gmail.com, with “Legal/Admin Assistant Opportunity” as the email subject line. The cover letter should reference the resume as an enclosure.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Word: 3 years (Required)
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Legal/Insurance: 3 years (Required)
- Clerical: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Baton Rouge, LA 70809: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person