Legal Assistant - Family Law

Our Client in West Chester, PA is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their office, with the Family Law Department. This is a direct hire position, offering $65,000/year. 

Your responsibilities would include, but are not limited to:

• Creates, types, edits, and documents as well as prepares and types routine correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents.
• Responds to and assists clients by answering questions, providing information and assuring appropriate follow-through and/or resolution. 
• Prepares and maintains electronic and hardcopy files. Scans and stores documents according to defined procedures.  
• Enters time, reviews billing, conducts conflict checks, maintains client files and preparation of new matter memos. Keeps accurate time records.
• Answers telephones and directs the caller to the appropriate party. Checks voicemail messages.
• Utilizes online E-file system to electronically file documents. 
• Reviews client documentation, such as marital estates, and prepares business income and marital estate summaries, inventories, settlement statements and pretrial statements.
• Responsible for obtaining proper service. 
• Handles case and attorney preparation for court appearances and exhibit creation.  
• Handles calculation, docketing and meeting court deadlines.
• Reviews attorney mail and manages calendar.  
• Scheduling, including but not limited to, hearings, conferences, depositions and settlement conferences.
• Files, organizes and maintains client files. 
• Other duties as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with minimum of 4 years related experience within a law firm.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).  iManage/FileSite or similar document management system experience a plus.  
• Must be very organized, a self-starter with strong command of the English language both written and verbal. 
• Ability to proofread typed material for contextual, grammatical, typographical or spelling errors.
• Keyboarding skills of 70 wpm or higher required.  
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computer, photocopiers, fax machines, and typewriter.
• Excellent phone etiquette.   Positive attitude and strong customer service drive.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have exceptional interpersonal communication skills. 
• High level of punctuality. Must maintain acceptable attendance record.