Job Description
Job Description
LEGAL ASSISTANT
A law firm located in Providence is seeking a Legal Assistant, who is detail-oriented and proactive, to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative support while managing a variety of tasks related to legal documentation and case management. This role requires strong organizational skills, familiarity with medical malpractice and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Manage and organize legal documents.
- Review and proofread legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, and reports with precision and clarity.
- Maintain Firm and Managing Partners File Listing, updating monthly
- Experience with E-filing programs, Odyssey/Tylertech and Pacer (RI state and federal)
- Handle the creating, certifying, calendaring etc. of incoming and outgoing court documents
- Provide legal administrative support to attorneys by opening, preparing, closing and organizing case files in Amicus.
- Process all client expenses in client files and Timeslips.
- Prepare weekly check requests
- Scheduling depositions
- Calendar Management
- Provide backup phone support
- Other general office administration functions as needed
Qualifications
- At least 2 years recent legal assistant experience within a law firm, providing administrative support in the litigation practice area; experience with insurance defense matters is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ability to file documents accurately and efficiently while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for effective interaction with clients and colleagues.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Experience providing executive administrative support within a legal setting is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Amicus and Timeslips
If you are passionate about supporting legal professionals and ensuring the smooth operation of a busy law office, we encourage you to apply