Legal Assistant Job at Sterling Search Partners, Birmingham, AL

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  • Sterling Search Partners
  • Birmingham, AL

Job Description

Sterling Search Partners is helping a Birmingham law firm with its search for a Legal Assistant. A legal assistant supports lawyers and paralegals by handling a variety of administrative tasks related to the legal field. While the role may overlap with that of a paralegal in some firms, legal assistants typically focus more on the clerical and organizational side of things rather than directly engaging in legal research or drafting legal documents.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Administrative Support : Legal assistants handle day-to-day administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing attorneys' calendars.
  2. Document Management : They help organize and maintain legal files, including filing court documents, maintaining case files, and ensuring that all necessary documents are in order.
  3. Correspondence : Legal assistants draft routine correspondence, including letters, emails, and memos, and may communicate with clients, witnesses, or other parties.
  4. Billing and Timekeeping : They assist in tracking billable hours and generating invoices for clients, ensuring accurate billing records are maintained.
  5. Court Filings : In some cases, they may be responsible for filing legal documents with courts or regulatory agencies, either physically or electronically.
  6. Client Interaction : They often act as the point of contact for clients, answering inquiries and relaying messages to the attorneys.
  7. Scheduling and Coordination : Legal assistants help organize meetings, depositions, court appearances, and other events related to legal matters.
  8. Document Drafting and Editing : While they do not typically draft legal briefs, they may assist with drafting non-legal documents or correspondence and ensure that everything is formatted correctly.
  9. Research Assistance : While they do not perform in-depth legal research, they may assist with gathering information or documents requested by the attorneys or paralegals.

Skills Required:

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures (though less specialized than a paralegal).
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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