Legal Secretary Job at BakerHostetler in Columbus

Our Labor and Employment group have an excellent opportunity for a Legal Secretary in the Columbus office. This is a non-exempt position that reports to the Regional Human Resources Manager. The Legal Secretary must be highly organized, independent and possess excellent time management skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive environment and possess excellent people skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. The position requires the ability to think creatively and exercise independent judgment when necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Record and monitor deadlines through individual attorney calendar systems.
• Prepare, proof and format correspondence, pleadings and other necessary documentation.
• Organize and prepare notebooks for depositions, hearings, arbitrations, mediations and trials.
• Create and save documents in accordance with Firm Protocols.
• Assist multiple attorneys.
• Process attorney and client reimbursements and invoices.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proven aptitude to learn new software applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff members and attorneys.
• Strong attention to detail. Ability to type/enter data. Ability to write simple correspondence and routine messages.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions, procedure manuals, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, financial reports, or legal documents.

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