Job Description:

The Legal Secretary is an invaluable, first line assistant to attorneys in our Montrose office. 

Hours Required: Part-Time; 8:00 AM – 4:PM, Tuesday-Thursday    

Key Responsibilities:

• Answering phone calls and personal contact with clients and potential clients.
• Preparation of legal documents, correspondence, reports, minutes, charts, etc. using Microsoft Office suite applications, primarily Word and Excel.
• Transcription from recorded digital dictation; manage attorneys’ calendars; maintain attorney files; post attorney time in billing software system and monitor billing on files; assist attorneys with deadlines and appointments.
• Order supplies as needed and assist with identifying the needs of this remote office by communicating with our Main office.

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in WordPerfect, Microsoft Word & Excel, Outlook and ability to learn other applications quickly, such as Worldox (document management system).
• Excellent typing skills; must type at least 60 wpm.
• Proficient in formatting business correspondence, also in spelling, punctuation, grammar, proofreading, and other English language skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment.
• 2-year or 4-year college degree preferred.
• Notary Public license or must otherwise be acquired within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position while at desk; ability to move about the office and lift items such as files up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to commute to our Montrose office.

Benefits Include:

Paid Time Off; Retirement Plan.