Practice Assistant
$50,000–$50,000 year
On-siteBaltimore, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Prepare and process correspondence, memoranda, and complex legal documents using word processing and document management software. Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys, manage paper and electronic files in compliance with internal policies, and route incoming mail and faxes. Draft routine cover letters, proofread documents for formatting and grammar, and prepare documents for e-filing. Coordinate client billing matters, prepare time entries and expense reimbursement requests, and handle travel arrangements and itineraries. Screen phone calls, direct clients and visitors, and schedule meetings while anticipating business needs and meeting deadlines.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience as a practice assistant or legal secretary
- Labor and Employment experience
- Knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents and legal processes
- Accurate typing of at least 70 words per minute
- Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office, document management, time entry, e-filing and database software
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Understanding of correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Strong proofreading skills
- Superior organizational skills including filing, calendaring, and proofreading
- Time management skills and ability to work independently as well as with a team
- Regular predictable attendance
Desired Qualifications
- Labor and Employment experience a plus
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