Legal Assistant

We are seeking a short-term Legal Assistant. You will provide overall support to attorneys' business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Record and store client information
• Obtain client information and client contact
• E-filing of court documents and other online filings
• Calendaring deadlines

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a legal assistant and/or associates degree in legal assisting studies
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented with great organizational skills
• Compassionate and caring with clients
• Use of online legal tools and document drafting tools
• Background/understanding of probate and guardianship matters, estate planning (Wills and Powers of Attorney), bankruptcy, and/or business entity formations (corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships) or willingness to learn

This is a short-term position for 8 weeks during a current employee's short-term leave from employment and is an on-site job in Forney, Texas.