Legal Assistant

1 month ago

New Orleans, United States Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier and Eastham, PLLC Full time
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Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea and BenMaier, LLP is currently looking for a Legal Assistant supporting a group of attorneys within the Litigation/DBA practice group in New Orleans through the performance of complex secretarial, administrative and substantive legal duties.


Job Description:

  • Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
  • A knowledge and appreciation of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
  • Prepare and coordinate e-filings in state and federal courts.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.
  • Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system.
  • Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements..
  • Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
  • Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
  • Maintain a good working rapport with clients and co-workers.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Education and Experience Required:

  • A high school diploma or equivalency is required; an associate degree, business school certificate or related education is desirable.
  • Five + years’ litigation secretarial experience in a law firm environment preferred.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

  • Strong knowledge of and ability to apply office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and PDF.
  • Working knowledge of legal practices, terminology, documents and court procedures.
  • Working knowledge of the firm’s litigation and transactional support tools.
  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively in a business environment.
  • Flexible, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities from multiple sources.
  • Excellent typing, spelling, grammar, proofreading, transcription and general clerical skills.
  • Ability to coordinate work activities; prepare legal correspondence and documents; transcribe dictation; organize and maintain files and records.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment, including personal computer, copier, multi-function printers, facsimile, and telephone.

SBSB Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No phone calls or agencies, please.

Company DescriptionSchouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC is a law firm focused on your needs. When legal challenges arise, we are your go-to resource at every stage of the legal process. We bring deeper experience, deeper commitment and deeper insights to help solve the most complex issues in the energy and maritime industries.Company DescriptionSchouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC is a law firm focused on your needs. When legal challenges arise, we are your go-to resource at every stage of the legal process. We bring deeper experience, deeper commitment and deeper insights to help solve the most complex issues in the energy and maritime industries.

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