Legal Assistant

```Responsibilities:```
- Provide administrative support to lawyers and legal executives
- Assist in drafting legal documents, contracts, and agreements
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Maintain and organize legal files and documents
- Prepare and proofread legal correspondence and reports
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings
- Answer phone calls and handle inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently

```Requirements:```
- High school graduate or equivalent.

- Demonstrated ability to take dictation and the ability to transcribe.

- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Familiarity with legal administrative tasks and processes
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Proficient in using computer software for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Dictation: 1 year (Required)
• Transcription: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15222: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person