Legal Assistant

LHH

Milwaukee, WI

LHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting on a search for a legal assistant for a highly reputable law firm that has been recognized year after year as a Top Workplace! This role would support attorneys that mainly practice real estate and litigation work, however the firm will consider applicants with other types of litigation support experience as well as Real Estate, and Corporate support experience.

Are you a highly administrative professional ready to join a law firm that is truly one of the "Best Places to Work" Please apply today!

This firm offers exceptional benefits, upward growth and competitive compensation.

Responsibilities:

Assist with preparation of various legal documents and client correspondence
Assist with expense reports, attorney time entry, mailings and other administrative duties
Open and close new matters
Manage attorneys calendars and assist with scheduling depositions, hearings, meetings, etc.
Transcription of dictation
Mange case and client files electronically
e-Filing with various courts
Coordinate conference rooms for meetings and calls
Answer phones and direct messages appropriately

Qualifications:

Prior law firm experience 2+ years is preferred in as a legal assistant
High school degree required; college degree preferred
Tech skill and proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe
Strong typing skills of at least 50+ WPM
Prior experience with electronic court filings is preferred
Knowledge of legal terminology and state and federal procedures
Excellent interpersonal skills, strong communication written and verbal
Ability to multi-task and have high attention to detail and confidentiality

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and reimbursement and retirement programs. Available paid leave may include paid time off, parental and holiday pay.

Responsibilities