Legal & IT Support Assistant

Appellate law firm is seeking a part-time Legal & IT Support Assistant with 2 years of relevant experience preferred. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented candidate to join a highly regarded midsize law firm with a collegial and collaborative atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Assistant Duties:

• Assist attorneys with document preparation, formatting, proofreading, and filing
• Manage legal documents, case files, and electronic records
• Assist with calendaring, scheduling, and administrative coordination
• Stay familiar with updated state and federal filing protocols and formats
• Conduct legal research using online databases and resources

IT Support Duties:

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for hardware, software, network, and system-related issues
• Coordinate with outside IT vendors and internal Firm IT department when needed
• Assist with technology training
• Assist with user accounts, software access, and system setup

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal document formatting
• Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware and software
• Proficiency with general operation systems (Windows, macOS)

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years of experience in a law firm or legal environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 15 pounds at times
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and keyboard
• Must be able to work in a confined area for extended periods of time