
Current Openings
Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal
Black McCuskey has a current opening for an experienced legal administrative assistant/paralegal to provide support to corporate law and commercial transactions practice areas. Solid understanding of legal procedures and terminology within practice area required. Successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic, ability to effectively communicate with others, keen attention to details, understand the importance and adherence to deadlines, and enjoy working in a team environment.
Responsibilities
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Manage incoming phone calls for assigned attorneys
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Complete and process required forms for opening of new client files or matters
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Interact professionally with clients, court personnel and other counsel
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Attend client meetings as needed to witness and notarize estate planning and estate and trust administration documents
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Maintain confidentiality of client information
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Process attorney mail in a proper and timely manner
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Calendaring and scheduling appointments, critical deadlines and managing contacts
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Maintain file organization both electronically and paper copies
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Review and organize legal documents based on subject matter
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Transcribe from dictation
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Draft estate planning and other legal documents under the direction of the assigned attorney
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Review, revise and format estate planning documents, correspondence, contracts, and other legal documents
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Review legal documents for completeness, validity, format, grammar and typographical errors
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Prepare various court filings both electronically and paper copies
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Work with marketing department for projects related to assigned attorney, coordinate all civic/community involvement activities, and assist with marketing efforts
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Prepare expense reports for assigned attorneys
Required Skills & Experience
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A minimum of two years experience law firm experience as administrative assistant or paralegal is preferred
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Understands the basic concepts of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, estate and trust administration, beneficiary designations, and probate and non-probate assets
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
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Proficient in ProLaw (or obtain proficiency)
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Familiarity with local, state, and federal filing rules
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Organized and deadline driven
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Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team
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Detail oriented with excellent grammar and proofreading skills
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Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously through completion
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Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
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Must be a licensed notary in the state of Ohio (or willing to become a notary)
Competitive salary and benefit package.
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Email resume detailing experience with cover letter and salary expectations to:
Sue Whitehead
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Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh, LPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer