Scheer.Law PLLC

Legal Assistant

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Job Description Job Description Scheer.Law PLLC is a civil litigation law firm. We handle cases and other matters for our clients throughout the Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Wyoming, and Montana. At Scheer.Law PLLC we are well-known for our aggressive trial work, excellent results, and outstanding customer service. JOB DESCRIPTION Scheer.Law PLLC is seeking a part time legal assistant with at least one year of relevant experience to join our firm. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, creative, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working within a small, fast-paced, team-oriented community. The professionals you will be working with, are excellent trial attorneys, very smart and considerate, and fun to work with. A commitment to providing excellent customer service is essential. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated multi-tasker who thrives on challenges and consistently has a willingness to work as part of a dynamic team. The successful candidate does not shy away from heavy filing and extensive data entry. This position must balance being detail-oriented with productivity and efficiency. DUTIES • Provide support and heavy administrative services to attorneys and legal secretaries. • Assist legal secretaries with trial preparation. • Prepare and sort incoming mail for proper distribution. • Maintain and organize an electronic and paper filing system for the firm’s open and closed cases. • Assist paralegals and attorneys in locating files and organizing, copying, and maintaining documents. • Extensive scanning, copying, and other general office tasks as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION • Knowledge of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters is a plus, but not mandatory • At least one year working within the legal industry or any other related industry preferred, but not mandatory. • Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with tact and diplomacy. • Proven time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines. • Grace under pressure, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and switch gears at a moment’s notice due to changing deadlines. (Our firm moves fast and efficiently) • Excellent ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and with proper professionalism. • Experience in all necessary technology; primarily Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word), Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, among others. • Willingness to learn and undertake new tasks outside of prior experience with enthusiasm and confidence. • Resourceful team player with the ability to collaborate with other team members and other cross-functional departments. • Self-motivated, disciplined, and flexible with the ability to adapt to change. • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Experience working in a paperless environment. • Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills. • A high school diploma or equivalent (some college-level courses or degree is a plus, but not required). COMPENSATION PACKAGE • Pay will be based on experience Due to the number of applications, only those eligible for an interview will be contacted. The position is open until filled. Resumes should be forwarded to hiringmanagerscheer.law The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of tasks and skills required of the job incumbent. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice to the incumbent. Scheer.Law, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer which selects the individual who is the best match for a position based on job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, sexual preference, age, disability, or other protected group status. Company Description Scheer.Law PLLC is a civil litigation law firm. We handle cases and other matters for our clients throughout the Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and Montana. At Scheer.Law PLLC we are well-known for our aggressive trial work, excellent results, and outstanding customer service. Company Description Scheer.Law PLLC is a civil litigation law firm. We handle cases and other matters for our clients throughout the Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and Montana. At Scheer.Law PLLC we are well-known for our aggressive trial work, excellent results, and outstanding customer service.