Job Details
Kozloff Stoudt Attorneys, a well-established mid-sized law firm with over 70 years of distinguished service, is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our municipal department team in the Wyomissing office. This position presents an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of our legal support staff and contribute to the success of our dynamic legal practice. Experience or familiarity with municipal law is highly desirable.
The legal assistant position requires on-site presence due to the critical nature of legal assistant's roles in directly supporting attorneys. Being on-site ensures seamless coordination, immediate assistance, and efficient collaboration between the legal support staff and attorneys. This proximity is essential for maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information, facilitating swift communication, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of legal operations. The on-site requirement reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal professionals.
- Draft and edit legal documents, correspondence, and memos.
- Maintain and organize legal files, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
- Answer and screen phone calls, taking messages and directing inquiries.
- Assist in document preparation for court filings and legal proceedings.
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information as needed.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion.
- Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel professionally.
- Perform general office tasks, such as photocopying, scanning, and filing.
Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role in a law firm.
- Experience or familiarity with municipal law is highly desirable.
- Excellent typing and word processing skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.
- Positive and professional demeanor.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package + bonus
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plans
- Employer contribution to 401(k) irrespective of employee participation
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Flexible Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to work remotely when necessary
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
- If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with proven experience as a Legal Secretary, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of the Kozloff Stoudt legal support team. Join us in upholding our commitment to excellence, professionalism, and client satisfaction. We look forward to welcoming you to the Kozloff Stoudt family!