The Law Office of Moshae Donald seeks to further develop an organization and culture where all talented individuals- including those traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession- can thrive and help to support robust legal representation for our clients. As part of this mission, we are committed to recruiting the best legal talent. We are committed to developing a variety of recruiting initiatives to support and build a diverse and inclusive law firm and legal profession.
We are currently searching to hire a LEGAL ASSISTANT. As an administrative assistant at the Law Office of Moshae Donald, you would be responsible for managing support functions economically and efficiently, establish priorities and maintain good interpersonal relations and communications with lawyers and fellow support staff. Our ideal candidate will be focused, enthusiastic, positive and committed to superior legal support. You will work directly with Attorney Moshae Donald.
Applicants must multi-task, know how to draft legal documents and navigate court system, possess superior organizational skills, and be extremely detail oriented.
WHAT YOU’LL DO * Draft routine pleadings, discoveries, and correspondence primarily on own initiative * Calendaring of client matters, deadlines, and attorney obligations * Preparing attorney for hearings * Service of process coordination * Transcribing dictations * Processing production (i.e., bates labeling) * E filing and serving court documents * Photocopy, fax, scan, email (at times encrypted), mailing and otherwise disseminate or send documents * Fielding client communications * Regular case management conferencing with attorney * Performing preliminary conflict checks and update status of case in case management software * Final incoming mail processing (scanning, saving into case management system, distribution, and calendaring) * Closing matters in case management software.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED * Applicants should have a college degree (Associate Degree, min.), * A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in private practice legal support * Ability to multitask and prioritize daily work, and meet all deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced, high volume work environment * Superb verbal and written communication skills * Energetic, forward-thinking and highly creative * Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
All applications submitted will be considered. Please submit a resume (with references) and cover letter to moshae@moshaedonaldlaw.com.
The Law Office of Moshae Donald is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law.