Woods Rogers is seeking to hire an experienced Legal Assistant to join our exceptional legal staff. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting attorneys across a range of legal practice areas, with commercial real estate or labor and employment experience strongly preferred. This is a full-time, non-exempt role in our Norfolk office. The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with an unpaid lunch break.
Required Qualification
- sPrevious experience as a Legal Assistant
- .Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and adapt to new processes
- .Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and colleagues
- .Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- .High level of discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive client information
- .Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook
.
Responsibiliti
- esProvide day-to-day secretarial support to the Firm’s attorneys, including scheduling meetings, answering phone calls, and processing incoming and outgoing mai
- l.Produce, review, and send legal documents and report
- s.Enter billable time into timekeeping syste
- m.Complete all billing and invoicing tasks in a timely manne
- r.Navigate government and court websites to understand and comply with requirements for filings and procedure
- s.File case documents and close files as neede
- d.Communicate effectively with potential clients via phone, email, and in-person meeting
- s.Follow established procedures to refer and coordinate conflict checks as neede
- d.Take initiative to reach out to attorneys and staff members who may need assistanc
- e.All other duties and responsibilities as assigne
d.
Benef
- itsMedical Insura
- ncePaid Time
- Off401(k) + match
- ingPaid Holid
- aysDental Insura
- nceVision Insura
- nceLife Insura
- nceParental Le
- aveEmployer-paid Park
- ingGym Members
hip
Physical Dem
- andsAbility to sit for long periods of time and lift up to 25 pou
nds.
Applica
tionsWoods Rogers is an equal opportunity employer. Review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open for applications until fi
lled.
