Small but busy solo practitioner law office that focuses almost exclusively on bankruptcy law is seeking a detail-oriented, hard-working Part-Time Administrative/Office/Legal Assistant. Hours will range from 16 to 32 per week, Monday through Friday. Approx. 3-6 hours per day, though times/days will vary and may be flexible. The Part-Time position may potentially lead to a Full-Time position. This is not a short-term position as it takes a significant amount of time to learn the ins and outs of the job, so please do not apply if you are looking for a summer job or to only work for a few months and then move on. The desired candidate should be interested in learning and staying on the job at least a year. No legal experience is necessary, but a desire to learn and to be self-motivated is essential.
The right candidate must be able to communicate effectively with people in a professional, warm and positive manner. You must be self-directed, and have strong organizational, time management, writing and problem solving skills. Maintaining a positive and professional attitude, while multi-tasking and taking directions in a sometimes high stress environment, is crucial. Confidence is essential, and the proper candidate must also be empathetic and open minded.
The assistant will be responsible for answering the phone and returning calls, greeting and accepting payments from clients, preparing mailings, etc. Duties will also include maintaining the office calendar, drafting correspondence, general clerical duties, gathering documents from clients and sending documents to the appropriate destination. The ideal candidate will regularly interact and communicate professionally with clients and creditors, banking and mortgage professionals and occasionally opposing counsel and court staff. This is not simply a receptionist job, as once up to speed, the perfect long-term candidate will be able to answer almost all questions that clients present and to resolve complex situations and troubleshoot effectively.
Please email your (1) resume, and (2) any supporting documentation you feel is relevant, such as a cover letter and/or references.
Thanks.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week
