Job Details

Seeking a motivated experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to work for solo practitioner. Must be familiar with New Mexico Court e-filing systems, calendaring, pleadings, case management and client communications and provide administrative support to attorney.

Their responsibilities include:

• Administrative tasks: drafting emails, maintaining appointment schedules, processing client payments, organizing filing systems and client billing
• Legal research: Performing legal and background research when requested
• Document creation: Drafting documents, emails and letters
• Case preparation: Gathering case information, organizing legal documents, preparing case briefs, and summarizing depositions, interrogatories, and testimony
• Communication: Handling communication with clients and witnesses, communicating case progress, and maintaining confidentiality

Skills required:

• Computer skills
• Must know Word, WordPerfect and have a working knowledge of Excel and Legal Billing systems
• Typing speed above 65 WPM
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proofreading skills
• Command of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Must have at least one year experience as a legal assistant or secretary