Legal Support Clerk

LEGAL SUPPORT CLERK

Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the western United States is currently seeking a fullâtime Legal Support Clerk to join our dynamic Salt Lake City this role you will support multiple Legal Administrative Assistants (LAAs) and various practice groups gaining exposure to all aspects of legal administration and directly contributing to the firms ability to provide topâtier legal services.

If you are a selfâstarter looking for a career with future advancement opportunities and have excellent organizational proofing and editing skills as well as the ability to multiâtask and prioritize in a fastâpaced environment we encourage you to apply.

The hours are Monday through Friday approximately 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Snell and Wilmer L.L.P. one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the western United States is currently seeking a full-time legal support clerk to join its dynamic Salt Lake City office. This position will support various practice groups and provides exposure to all aspects of legal administration

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Supporting multiple Legal Administrative Assistants with dayâtoâday responsibilities.
• Performing administrative duties such as preparing check requests reimbursements time entry and other duties as assigned.
• Assisting with the billing process using accounting software.
• Performing conflict checks opening new client matters and preparing/sending engagement letters.
• Ensuring that all documents have been proofread edited and revised as necessary.
• Electronically filing documents into the firms document management system in a timely and organized manner strictly following firm protocols naming conventions and folder structure.
• Updating and maintaining business development contacts.
• Responding to numerous phone calls and emails in a professional manner.
• Developing and maintaining smooth working relationships with staff attorneys and clients.
• Assisting with opening and closing of new files.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Strong grammar writing typing and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat; comfort working with cloudâbased and document management software.
• Excellent timeâmanagement skills with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to client service.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• High level of organization followâthrough and dedication to producing quality work and bringing assigned tasks and projects to completion.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize competing demands.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team with a positive canâdo attitude.

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree (English Communications or related field preferred).
• Previous experience in a legal support or professional office environment.
• Familiarity with legal software time and billing systems and/or legal document management systems.

The firm will train incumbents on all duties. Once trained the successful candidate will be able to handle dayâtoâday work challenges adjust to multiple demands priorities and rapid change function independently and demonstrate excellent followâthrough and attention to detail. This position can provide a strong foundation for future opportunities within the firm such as Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal depending on interest performance and business needs.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performanceâbased compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical dental vision disability life insurance 401(k)/profit sharing paid holidays tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time and personal time.

Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity Inclusion and Belonging and fosters a collaborative professional environment where team members are respected and supported.

Snell & Wilmer is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.