Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Buffalo, New York. This is a contract position, offering an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with experience in legal administrative support to grow within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in bankruptcy case management and possess strong organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents related to bankruptcy cases.
• Maintain and update case files, ensuring all records are accurate and accessible.
• Coordinate schedules and meetings for attorneys and other legal staff.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court officials, and external parties.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools to draft correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Conduct research and gather information to support legal proceedings.
• Manage incoming calls and correspondence, ensuring prompt responses.
• Assist with filing and tracking court documents in compliance with deadlines.
• Support attorneys in administrative tasks and case preparation.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all legal documents and information.
• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, with a strong focus on bankruptcy cases.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience working in a fast-paced legal setting.