Administrative Assistant

3 weeks ago

Syracuse, United States The Colwell Law Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Administrative Assistant - Located on-site in Syracuse, NY.


  • Growth, growth, and more growth
  • Ongoing legal training for attorneys and legal support staff
  • A collaborative team
  • Summer Friday schedules
  • A focus on work-life balance
  • Competitive salaries, incentives, and bonus structure
  • Career advancement opportunities


Employee success and client experience are #1


See why The Colwell Law Group is consistently voted as a top law firm

  • Voted as one of the Best Places to Work in the NY Capital Region for 2023
  • Ranked as one of America’s Top Law Firms 500 6 years in a row
  • Ranked as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies by INC5000


The Colwell Law Group, LLC (“CLG”) has been delivering exceptional legal services to the Capital Region and surrounding counties for two decades. Our outstanding reputation has been earned through close collaboration with clients, understanding their legal needs, prioritizing their objectives, and guiding them toward success.


At CLG, we represent our clients with a team-oriented approach that capitalizes on the strengths and extensive experience of our legal team. This collaborative strategy enables us to consistently achieve positive outcomes and add significant value to our clients' cases. At CLG, clients benefit from a legal team, not just an individual attorney, all dedicated to upholding the firm's core values: compassion, leadership & grit.

Compensation:

$19 - $22 hourly

Responsibilities:

At the firm, the administrative assistant performs various clerical and organizational tasks to facilitate efficient office operations. This includes managing incoming calls to the front desk, scheduling appointments, and handling correspondence with clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in legal matters. The administrative assistant may also assist in maintaining and organizing files, preparing legal documents, and providing general administrative support to attorneys, the management team, and other staff members as needed, ensuring the office functions efficiently and effectively. 


  • Manage incoming phone calls, handling inquiries, or directing
  • Ensure the reception area, conference rooms, and kitchen areas are clean.
  • Refill all copiers with paper at the end of each day. 
  • Communicate effectively with current and potential clients over the telephone, through electronic communications, and in person.
  • Monitor the availability of the conference room schedule with respect to the legal and sales department schedules to ensure there are no conflicts.
  • After each conference room meeting, ensure that each conference room is clean and tidy for the next meeting. 
  • Holding and maintaining any documents needed for upcoming appointments.
  • Manage daily mailing. (Collect, scan/upload, and distribute mail to the appropriate recipients in a timely manner. Finalize and send outgoing correspondence)
  • Miscellaneous printing and copying. 
  • Collect and provide receipts for any cash or check payments being dropped off at the front desk. 
  • Compiling lists of needed supplies and ordering upon approval.
  • Including but not limited to all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • One (1) year minimum of administrative or customer service experience.
  • One (1) year minimum of prior law firm experience is highly preferred.
  • Minimum high school diploma with experience, bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite with advanced experience in Microsoft Excel.
  • Accuracy, attention to detail, analytical skills, organization, data entry, general math skills, case management software, thoroughness, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
  • Proven results in a deadline-driven environment.
About Company

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and incentive plan
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching
  • Health, dental, vision/Rx, pet, and life insurance policy options
  • Paid time off, 7 personal days, 7 paid holidays, and a summer Friday program
  • Open-door leadership philosophy
  • Professional, diverse, inclusive, respectful, and friendly workplace environment


The Colwell Law Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing fair treatment to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status.


Discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and termination. We aim to foster a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where every individual is respected and valued for their contributions.

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