Job Details
Birmingham, AL: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a highly motivated and organized Legal Secretary for our client's litigation team. This role demands exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills, supporting a group of 2-3 attorneys. The successful candidate will be pivotal in maintaining the efficiency of our legal operations.
Essential Duties:
Operate and maintain office equipment, including computers, typewriters, and transcription devices.
Manage electronic and physical document filing systems according to firm procedures.
Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and filings from dictation or written drafts.
Maintain professional handling of incoming and outgoing communications and correspondence. Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, and billing processes.
Assist in preparing for trials by organizing trial notebooks and coordinating logistics.
Requirements/Skills:
Proficient in various office software and legal-specific applications like trial and document management software.
Ability to transcribe at 70 wpm and perform minor editing for grammar and spelling.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact courteously with a diverse group of clients and staff.
Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet firm demands.
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting, occasional bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to manage communications and documents. Ability to operate office equipment and handle physical files and documents. May occasionally require lifting objects up to 30 lbs.
Firm Provided Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with firm contributions.
Firm-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
Eleven paid holidays annually.
Paid vacation, sick, and personal time.
7.5% firm contribution to 401(k).
Firm-paid parking.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.