Legal Assistant

Brooks Pierce, a law firm specializing in all aspects of business law, with over 115 lawyers and three offices, seeks a full-time Legal Assistant for our downtown Greensboro office.

Our employees are part of a collaborative team and play an integral, indispensable role. A successful candidate will be able to work independently and willing to work collaboratively to ensure that client needs are met.

The Legal Assistant position requires that most work is performed in-office during a set core schedule, but remote work of up to one day per week may be available. Some overtime and scheduling flexibility are expected. Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements to HRDirector@brookspierce.com.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a mid-to-large sized law firm
• Excellent attention to detail, including formatting, proofreading, and grammar
• Exceptional typing and transcription skills (typing test required as part of hiring process)
• Experience taking accurate dictation
• Ability to take direction from multiple attorneys and prioritize appropriately
• Willingness to work collaboratively and supportively with others
• Excellent communication skills and responsiveness
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Power PDF Advance
• Notary public 

Strongly Preferred:

• North Carolina Certified Paralegal

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform word processing, transcription, drafting, and finalization of correspondence and documents
• Maintain filing system, including timely filing, opening, and closing files
• Perform internet searches and library searches
• Compile electronic document databases
• Reserve conference rooms and schedule set-ups for client conferences
• Complete attorney time entry, client billing, and travel and expense reimbursements
• Manage calendars and creating reminders
• Assist on special projects (in a variety of practice areas)
• Perform other tasks as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour daily core schedule
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person