Business Litigation Legal Assistant at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Dallas, Texas

Job Description:

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for our client an international firm. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of minimum of five years' experience providing day to day administrative support to transactional attorneys. This position requires you in office regularly and will be dependent based on business needs. Responsibilities:


Manage and maintain Attorney's complex schedules and calendars.


Serve as primary point of contact for clients in person and over the phone.


Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendaring, drafting correspondence, filing and preparation of engagement letters.


Proofread client documents and other legal documents, as requested.


Answer client questions related to the administrative side of the process.


Maintain good communication with clients, attorneys and staff.


Prepare client billing and input time entry.


Schedule travel and meeting arrangements.


Make, screen and route telephone calls, place conference calls and schedule appointments.


Create and maintain legal files and indices.


Set up and maintain files and records.


Assist attorneys with client outreach and business development needs when requested.


Assist with overflow work as requested.


Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:


Minimum of five years' experience providing administrative support to transactional attorneys in a law firm environment.


Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required


Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of Firm personnel


High level of professionalism and excellent customer service skills


Ability to work independently and as part of a team


Excellent organizational and time management skills


High degree of accuracy and attention to detail


Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment


Ability to work well under pressure


Ability to maintain a high level of discretion while working with sensitive information and documents


Ability to come into the Dallas office five days of the week


ADA Requirements:


Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances.


Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment.


Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.


Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals.


Must be able to lift, carry and move objects in excess of 30 lbs.


Ability to carry light objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance.


Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.



California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .


We look forward to working with you.


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