Legal Secretary
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Description: Bryan Cave LLP is at present looking to employ Legal Secretary right now, this job will be presented in Missouri. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Job Summary/Scope:
The Legal Secretary position is responsible for providing secretarial support as needed to the lawyers and/or Paralegals of the Firm. This position also provides backup s! upport for their secretarial colleagues.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepares and finalizes legal documents (Summons, Complaints, Motions, Subpoenas, etc.) for filing in various Federal and State Courts.
Drafts, revises and finalizes legal correspondence.
Performs a number of clerical duties, including answering phones, taking messages, responding to client inquiries, composing routine correspondence and sorting and routing incoming mail.
Creates, edits and proofreads documents and correspondence from draft or dictated text.
Files correspondence and legal documents in office filing system, opens and closes files, performs conflicts checks and maintains contact and other client information.
Arranges travel, schedules appointments, conference calls, rooms, etc.
Prepares expense reimbursements, check requests, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Specifications/Qualifications:
Proven clear an! d concise verbal and written communication skills as well as t! he ability to edit and proofread correspondence and legal documents
Ability to deal professionally and effectively with both internal and external clients on all levels.
Working knowledge of State and Federal filing procedures
Demonstrated Microsoft Word skills, including general formatting, styles, generation of Table of Contents, Table of Authorities, etc.
Ability to work under pressure, when needed, to understand deadlines and be committed to meeting them.
Proficiency in tape transcription
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Requires the ability to type accurately and efficiently from draft or dictation
Must be able to handle detail-oriented tasks, such as proofreading, resolving scheduling conflicts, making travel arrangements, redirecting mail, etc.
Exercises good judgment; prioritizes effectively
Willingness and ability to acquire new skills as required by the job
Requires the ability to regularly report to wo! rk on the days and times scheduled.
Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent
Three years secretarial experience in a law firm or legal department.
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This job starts available on: Sat, 13 Jul 2013 09:55:52 GMT