Advantage Resourcing - Lafayette, LA
posted 4 months ago
Advantage Resourcing, in collaboration with a prominent Law Firm in Lafayette, LA, is seeking a proficient Legal Secretary to enhance their team. This position is ideal for individuals looking for a supportive environment to apply their legal expertise. The Legal Secretary will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the law firm by managing various administrative tasks that are essential for the legal process. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties that include file management, conducting conflict checks, handling correspondence, transcription, and electronic filing with both State and Federal courts. This role requires a high level of organization and the ability to manage multiple agendas effectively to meet deadlines promptly. The ideal candidate will possess several years of legal assistant experience and demonstrate proficiency in essential software applications such as MS Word, Outlook, Adobe, and Excel. In addition to technical skills, candidates should exhibit strong legal administrative skills, client relationship management capabilities, and scheduling prowess. Attention to detail is paramount, as is the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The Legal Secretary will be expected to support attorneys and other legal staff, ensuring that all documentation is accurate and submitted in a timely manner. This position offers a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, providing a stable work-life balance while contributing to the success of the law firm.