Virtual Assistant
Job Summary
This is a remote position.
Schumacher Law Group is a law firm that provides legal services and client support. Effective communication confidentiality organization and professional client service are important to the firms daily operations. Administrative support helps the firm coordinate activities manage documentation maintain records and communicate efficiently with clients and internal teams.
Schumacher Law Group is seeking a reliable organized and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to provide remote administrative support to the firms attorneys and staff. The successful candidate will assist with email management calendar scheduling document organization data entry client communications and other administrative tasks.
The ideal candidate has strong communication and time-management skills is comfortable using online collaboration tools and can handle confidential information responsibly. This role will help improve administrative efficiency and ensure that daily tasks are completed accurately and on time.
The Virtual Assistant will support the firms daily administrative operations by coordinating schedules managing correspondence maintaining digital records and assisting with routine office tasks. The role will help attorneys and administrative staff stay organized communicate effectively and focus on their primary responsibilities.
- Manage incoming and outgoing emails and prepare professional correspondence.
- Schedule appointments coordinate meetings and maintain calendars.
- Organize update and maintain digital files documents and records.
- Assist with data entry document formatting and administrative reporting.
- Respond to routine client inquiries and direct legal questions to the appropriate attorney or staff member.
- Provide scheduling and administrative support to attorneys and team members.
- Track tasks deadlines follow-ups and pending requests.
- Assist with online research and information gathering as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling client information and firm documents.
- Participate in virtual meetings and coordinate follow-up activities.
- Use productivity tools and online platforms to manage daily assignments.
- Follow company procedures document-handling guidelines and data-security practices.
- Identify opportunities to improve administrative workflows and task management.
The primary goal of the Virtual Assistant position is to improve the efficiency and organization of Schumacher Law Groups daily operations through reliable remote administrative support.
Key objectives include:
- Improve calendar management scheduling and coordination.
- Maintain organized and accessible digital records.
- Support timely and professional communication with clients and staff.
- Help track administrative tasks appointments and deadlines.
- Reduce administrative delays and improve workflow efficiency.
- Protect confidential client and company information.
- Allow attorneys and staff to dedicate more time to their core responsibilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Experience with email management and calendar scheduling.
- Good data-entry proofreading and document-management skills.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in business administration or office management is an advantage.
- Previous experience as a Virtual Assistant Administrative Assistant or Office Coordinator.
- Familiarity with video conferencing project-management tools and cloud-based document systems.
- Experience supporting a law firm or professional services organization is preferred.
- Familiarity with legal document handling and client correspondence is an advantage.
The Virtual Assistant will help Schumacher Law Group maintain efficient administrative operations organized records timely communications and effective coordination between attorneys staff and clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word Excel and Outlook.
- Strong email management calendar scheduling and appointment coordination skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Accurate data entry document formatting and digital recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential client information and firm documents responsibly.
- Professional client service and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently follow instructions and collaborate remotely.
- Familiarity with online meeting platforms and digital collaboration tools.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate administrative records.
- Previous experience as a Virtual Assistant Administrative Assistant or Office Coordinator.
- Familiarity with cloud-based document storage and file-sharing platforms.
- Experience with task-management and project-coordination tools.
- Knowledge of customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Experience preparing reports managing correspondence and organizing digital documents.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and law firm administrative procedures.
- Experience supporting attorneys or other professionals in a remote work environment.
- Basic online research and information-gathering skills.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an associates or bachelors degree in Business Administration Office Management or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: Six months to two years of administrative or virtual assistant experience preferred.
- Computer Proficiency: Ability to use office software email platforms calendars and video conferencing tools.
- Communication: Strong written English skills and the ability to communicate professionally with clients and colleagues.
- Confidentiality: Ability to safeguard sensitive client information and follow applicable privacy and data-security requirements.
- Time Management: Ability to organize daily tasks manage schedules and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Remote Work Readiness: Reliable internet access a suitable workspace and the ability to perform assigned duties remotely if applicable.
- Professional Conduct: Demonstrated reliability discretion accountability and attention to detail.
The successful candidate should demonstrate initiative adaptability professionalism and a commitment to supporting Schumacher Law Groups administrative operations. The candidate must follow established procedures and refer legal questions or requests requiring legal judgment to the appropriate attorney.
Schumacher Law Group aims to provide a professional and supportive work environment that promotes employee well-being financial security and work-life balance. Benefits may include:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Retirement savings plan to help employees prepare for the future with employer matching if offered and subject to plan terms.
- Health Insurance: Medical dental and vision insurance options subject to eligibility and plan availability.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Paid vacation sick leave and personal days in accordance with company policy.
- Paid Holidays: Paid time off for designated company holidays.
- Life Insurance: Life insurance coverage if offered under the companys benefits program.
- Disability Insurance: Short-term or long-term disability coverage if available.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote-work flexibility and scheduling options where applicable to the position.
- Professional Development: Training and learning opportunities to improve administrative and technical skills.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Opportunities to expand responsibilities and develop professionally.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support resources if provided by the company.
Benefits employer contributions coverage levels and eligibility requirements are subject to Schumacher Law Groups official employee benefits policies and applicable plan documents.
Required Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word Excel and Outlook. Strong email management and calendar scheduling skills. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. Accurate data entry and digital document management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Required Education:
Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent Education: Associates or bachelors degree in Business Administration Office Management Communications or a related field Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and online collaboration Training: Training or coursework in office administration business communication or virtual assistance is an advantage.