Legal Assistant

ROP: $Depending on Experience/hr.
Location: El Paso, TX
Work Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
• Types information into proper legal format: correspondence, memoranda, complaints, motions, answers, subpoenas, hearing notices, depositions notices, briefs, contracts, and related legal documents.
• Reviews and edits documents for accuracy.
• Maintains files and indexes.
• Dockets trial information, dates, discovery deadlines, and other dispositions.
• Files documents with the courts and county clerk’s office.
• Communicates in person, by telephone, fax, or by mail, with clients and other attorneys.
• Relieves receptionist when necessary,
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS: Law firm in west El Paso seeks legal assistant proficient in:

• Microsoft Office, minimum 55 wpm.
• One year minimum experience in civil litigation and/or business related matters.
• Excellent communication and writing skills required.
• Associate’s Degree or higher is preferred, but not required.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Competitive benefit package including 401k and health insurance.