Manion Stigger, LLP, a construction law boutique representing industrial, infrastructure, and commercial contractors throughout North America, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant that will provide essential support to our legal team by performing a variety of administrative tasks. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Manion Stigger is an Equal Employment Opportunity law firm. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected class.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and proofread legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and contracts.
- Maintain and organize client files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
- Handle all incoming phone calls, visitors, emails, and other correspondence, directing them to the appropriate team members.
- Perform general office duties such as filing, light cleaning, and photocopying.
- Assist with billing and invoicing processes, including tracking expenses and processing payments.
- Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars to ensure timely completion of tasks and meetings.
- Gather relevant information as needed.
- Manage and update case management software and other relevant databases.
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients and handle inquiries professionally.
Skills
- Experience as a legal administrative assistant or in a similar role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and legal research tools.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities, including experience monitoring deadlines and juggling multiple calendars.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Commensurate with experience
Benefits
- 01(k)401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule
- 8-hour shift (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with 30 minute lunch break)
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday