Civil Legal Assistant
Civil Legal Assistant
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Job Description
The Garza Law Firms Civil Legal Assistant positions are entrylevel positions and a support role for the Civil Division. The Civil Legal Assistant works closely with various Civil Paralegals by providing administrative support for civil cases while ensuring accuracy clarity and legal compliance to support efficient case resolution.
The Civil Legal Assistant does not have the authority to practice law give legal advice or set strategy on a precase/perclient basis.
Responsibilities
- Civil Team Support: Provide dedicated support to Civil Attorneys and Paralegals focusing on drafting and managing demand letters as requested.
- Document Collection & Review: Gather and review necessary documentation such as contracts medical records invoices and correspondence to support the preparation of demands with a compelling narrative.
- Case Management: Utilize Filevine to track the assigned tasks ensuring timely case management with any supporting documentation.
- New Client File Preparation: Organize and assemble all initial client documents ensuring all necessary information is available to draft comprehensive documentation.
Work Experience
Required:
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 Suite Applications including but not limited to Outlook Word and Teams.
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills.
- Organizational Skills.
Preferred:
- Proven experience in professionally writing compelling documentation.
- Skilled at synthesizing diverse facts and information into organized documentation.
- Ability to tailor writing to specific audiences.
- Experience with Case File Management such as Filevine.
- Experience with lead generation systems such as Lead Docket.
- Experience in Customer Service via inperson and over the phone while monitoring and diffusing escalated issues.
- Experience talking on the phone regularly and corresponding through email with a professional and confident tone.
Education / Certifications / Success Traits
Required:
- Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Must be able to type 40 to 50 words per minute with high accuracy.
- Ensure Accountability: Takes responsibility for their work and the performance of the firm. Owns commitments and shows a willingness to answer for their actions without being defensive or shifting blame.
- Client Focus: Intentionally seeks to understand Client needs. Proactively identifies opportunities to serve or create a benefit to the Client. Looks to exceed Client expectations by creating delight. Establishes and maintains effective Client relationships.
- Situational Adaptability: Rebounds from setbacks vs. emotionally responding with drama. Is confident under pressure. Handles or manages change or crises effectively. Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity. Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
- Action Oriented: Readily takes action on challenges without unnecessary delay. Identifies and seizes new opportunities. Displays a cando attitude in good and bad times. Steps up to handle tough issues without avoidance.
Preferred:
- Secondary education bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Employment Type
Full-Time
