Job Opening: Legal Assistant
Description
Westaff has several Direct Hire opportunities for experienced Legal Assistants. This is with a well established business minded Law Firm in mid-city/ downtown Baton Rouge, LA area.
Must have a solid work history, a good work ethic, professional demeanor and be able to work well under pressure.
Required: minimum of three years in litigation experience. Candidate should be able to work on-site, Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Not hybrid.
Duties and Experience:
- Transcribing dictation, typing, proof reading and redlining skills
- Excellent verbal skills
- Maintaining attorney calendars
- Knowledge of filing documents in various courts
- Organizing and maintaining both electronic and paper files
- Opening new client files
- Entering attorney time
- Editing bills
- Processing check request and expense reports
- Excellent technology skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point and Outlook)
- Comfortable with using electronic document management systems
- Proficient with legal terminology and standard legal procedures
Client is hiring immediately! Apply now for consideration – must include an updated resume.