Legal Assistant - Business - Full Time
Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. is seeking a full-time dedicated and detailed-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team in our Dover, NH. The ideal candidate is a professional with a desire to further their career in the legal field and must demonstrate the ability to work as a member of a team, in addition to working independently. The responsibilities assigned to this role include:
Requirements:
- Must have have 1 – 3 years’ law firm experience
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite and the ability to learn new software
- Attention to detail, proofreading skills and keeping track of deadlines
- Must have excellent secretarial skills with the ability to multi-task under pressure and prioritize
- Must have knowledge of court rules/deadlines
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Management of client files
- Communication with clients and court staff
- Scheduling of appointments, depositions, mediations, etc.
- Prepare written correspondence, motions and other legal documents
- Electronic Court Filing
- Deadline tracking
Shaheen & Gordon is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, compensation, termination, and layoff.
Shaheen & Gordon presents a pleasant, supportive, challenging, non-smoking work environment. Salary commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible spending account, and 401(k) plan employer match. Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@shaheengordon.com.
No phone calls or agencies please. EOE.