Law Offices of Rudy Santos, L.L.C. - Laredo, TX
posted 2 months ago
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team at the Law Offices of Rudy Santos, L.L.C. in Laredo, TX. The ideal candidate will assist our legal team in various administrative tasks and legal research to ensure smooth operations within the firm. This position is full-time and offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $15 to $22, depending on experience. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys by managing legal documents, conducting research, and ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for conducting legal research on various topics, including workers' compensation law, estate planning, patent law, immigration law, and other relevant areas. You will assist in drafting legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings, as well as managing and organizing legal documents and files. Your role will also involve performing data entry tasks accurately and efficiently, proofreading legal documents for errors and inconsistencies, and utilizing document management systems to maintain and retrieve files as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, which are essential for this role. Previous experience in a legal setting is preferred, and familiarity with document management systems is a plus. Knowledge of different areas of law such as workers' compensation, estate planning, patent law, and immigration law will be advantageous. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected. Bilingual candidates who can speak Spanish are preferred, as this will enhance communication with clients and colleagues.