What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Law Office of Salesia Smith-Gordon, PA?
Position Summary:
Are you blessed with strong computer and communication skills and a heart for helping others? Do you value responsibility, timeliness, and teamwork, and enjoy staying organized while meeting deadlines? The Law Office of Salesia Smith-Gordon, a distinguished and respected solo practitioner personal injury litigation law firm in downtown West Palm Beach, is seeking a mature well-rounded legal assistant to join the firm’s in-house team. This in-office non-remote position requires:
1. Compassionate customer service skills
2. Time efficiency and multi-task effectiveness
3. Technical proficiency: Computer and word processing.
4. Proof-reading
We are looking for team members who are driven and excited to learn something new
every day!
Office Hours: 8:30-5:30 M-F preferably 40hr/wk. (can be flexible on hours & time)
Location: 922 – 2nd Street West Palm Beach, FL (downtown)
Job Details:
Benefits: Parking space. Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Retirement Plan with matching up to legal limits, Sick leave and Paid Vacation.
Wages / Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour commensurate with experience
Responsibilities:
- Fielding and navigation of phone calls from potential clients, adjusters, existing clients, lawyers and others
- Opening files for processing
- Communicating with clients
- Drafting correspondence
- Obtaining insurance policy limits and information
- Ensure document and evidence retrieval
- Online research
- Scanning and filing
- Assisting paralegals, investigator and attorney with projects and assignments
Must Have Skills:
- Time Management and meet deadlines
- Organizational
- Computer technology and use: Proficient at MS Word, Outlook, Excel
- Strong typing and proof-reading skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications / Experience:
Education / Certification
High School Diploma or GED minimal
This is a full-time or part-time position, with immediately availability. We invite you to
apply to our firm by submitting your resume, cover letter and salary requirements for consideration.
If interested in interviewing, email resume to InquiryAndComment@SmithGordonLaw.com
Salary : $18 - $21