Paralegal/Legal Administrative Assistant
Schroeder, Blankemeyer and Clinton, LLC, a boutique law firm in Ottawa, Ohio with a practice focused approach in the legal areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Estate/Probate/Trust Administration, Real Estate and Business Law is currently searching for a full-time paralegal/legal assistant. Our office is specifically looking for an individual with high integrity, strong administrative talents, preferably with at least one to three years of prior legal experience.
The paralegal/legal assistant will provide administrative support, monitor, and distribute incoming information and manage calendars and schedules for multiple attorneys. Tasks include document preparation, research and writing.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities and areas of focus:
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Prepare and proofread documents for attorneys – mainly focusing on probate and real estate.
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Organize and manage confidential client information and office supplies.
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Ensure timely flow of documents.
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Distribute mail and prepare letters, email, memos and other correspondence.
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Maintain calendar and appointments.
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Perform other special projects as requested.
Qualifications:
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Ability to communicate effectively and professionally – both verbally and in writing.
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Excellent interpersonal skills.
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Attention to detail.
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Strong organizational skills.
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Responsible and dependable.
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Willing to cross train on different types of legal work.
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Ability and willingness to take on any additional responsibilities to help the flow of the office.
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Proficient in the use of Microsoft office.
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Familiarity with Practice Master/TABS, Estate Assist or Qualia a plus