JOB REQUIREMENTS: Boardman Clark seeks a Legal Assistant; focusing on
work within the practice groups: Banking, Business, and Labor &
Employment. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for carrying out
administrative services and providing support to firm litigators and
transactional attorneys. Our most successful Legal Assistants
demonstrate skills in organization and planning, attention to details,
professional acumen to work in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace, and
exceptional problem-solving skills. Duties/Responsibilities Draft,
proofread, format and edit contracts, loan documents, conveyances, and
related documents; experience with pleadings, discovery responses,
correspondence, and other legal documents is preferred. Provide
administrative support to attorneys. File pleadings in state and federal
courts. Open new matters and initiate conflict checks. Organize and
maintain filings (including electronic filing) and files. Assist
timekeepers with tracking deadlines and organizing projects. Enter
timekeepers\' time entries. Type from rough draft, handwritten materials
and/or dictation into proper format. Schedule and calendar appointments
and meetings; make travel arrangements and complete expense reports.
Serve as back-up to other assistants throughout the firm on an as needed
basis to cover absences and workload needs. Perform other tasks as
assigned, including sharing in additional administrative duties.
Boardman Clark is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal
correspondence, and organize and maintain documents in paper or
electronic filing system. Prepare legal documents, including briefs,
pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, and real estate closing
statements. Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent
sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine
causes of action and to prepare cases. File pleadings with court clerk.
Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal
articles, codes, and documents. Direct and coordinate law office
activity, including delivery of subpoenas. Appraise and inventory real
and personal property for estate planning. Arbitrate disputes between
parties and assist in the real estate closing process, such as by
reviewing title searches. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications 2-3 years\' experience as a legal
assistant preferred Strong skills in word processing and computer use;
proficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe
Acrobat. Extensive experience filing documents with state and federal
courts. Ability to read and understand court rules, ensure compliance
with court rules and assigned judge\'s individual rules and practices.
High attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materials
Ability to work independently and anticipate needed tasks to complete
projects Able and willing to learn new electronic programs Excellent
grammar, proofreading and organizational skills Strong communication
skills, both verbal and written Ability to work in a fast-paced
environment High school diploma required. Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must
be able to lift 15 pounds at times. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
E-Mail a Rsum: hbellamy@boardmanclark.com