Receptionist/Legal Assistant

Job description

About Us:
Pelini, Campbell & Ricard LLC is a respected law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services with a client-focused approach. We are seeking a motivated, professional, and organized individual to join our team as a Receptionist/Legal Assistant.

Position Summary:
The Receptionist/Legal Assistant will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing a welcoming and professional presence at our front desk. This role also supports our attorneys, staff, and Office Manager with administrative and legal tasks to help ensure the office runs smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist clients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and manage general email inquiries
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries
• Maintain and organize client files (physical and electronic)
• Assist with drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
• Handle new file tasks, including opening physical and electronic files, preparing initial file materials, and setting up case-related information in the system
• Perform general office tasks such as scanning, copying, and filing
• Support attorneys and paralegals with additional administrative duties as needed
• Assist the Office Manager with preparing the weekly deposit on Fridays

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm or legal department.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and document preparation.
• Experience using legal software such as PCLaw.
• Experience and knowledge of filing pleadings with court systems and reading dockets
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks performed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Join our team as a Receptionist/Legal Assistant where your skills will contribute significantly to our success in delivering high-quality legal services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person