Legal Assistant
The law firm, Avery Dooley & Noone, located in Belmont, Massachusetts, seeks a full time Legal Assistant. The firm specializes in federal employment litigation, insurance defense litigation, and the general practice of law. The ideal candidate should be proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. We are willing to train someone with limited experience but with strong communication skills and education. Duties will include providing administrative assistance for attorneys and clerical duties such as communicating with clients and prospective clients, organizing attorney calendars, drafting and filing correspondence, intake processing, scheduling meetings and calls, managing billing, case file maintenance, accessing on-line court docket databases, drafting and editing documents, filing legal documents with courts, and related tasks. Duties will also include answering the telephone, receiving client calls, typing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, making travel arrangements, and coordinating mail. Please email your resume and cover letter to office Manager, Shannon Noone, at snoone@averydooley.com.
Requirements & Qualifications:
Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or High school diploma, GED,.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Calendar.
· Positive attitude and demeanor, motivated, conscientious, and organized.
· Excellent telephone manner, strong verbal and written communication skills.
· Proofreading and editing skills.
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
