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Legal Administrative Assistant\
Presque Isle, ME FT/Days Temp-to-Hire Opportunity\
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Job Description:\
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Immediate opening for a Legal Administrative Assistant to work for a
well-established law office in Presque Isle. Excellent daytime schedule;
health insurance, PTO and retirement account available. Great
opportunity for a highly organized individual with strong communication
skills. Full-time/Days; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday;
\$18.00 - \$20.00/hr.\
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The Legal Administrative Assistant will support the offices attorneys
and staff by performing a range of administrative duties. The employee
will organize correspondence, prepare and proofread documents, update
and organize files, and maintain a detailed calendar of appointments and
project deadlines. Minimum of 2-3 years administrative experience
required. Prior experience working in a legal office or similar setting
preferred.\
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Responsibilities:\
Answer phones, take notes and messages, coordinate appointments, and
redirect calls to appropriate parties as needed.
Keep accurate records of contact details.
Correspond with clients, financial providers, and attorneys from
other law firms in a clear and professional manner.
Coordinate multiple agendas and provide office staff with timely
reminders to ensure that all projects are on track to meet required
deadlines.
Organize files and documents by inputting information into practice
management software.
Assist with the preparation of various legal documents, including
but not limited to: wills, trusts, power of attorney, probate
arrangements, and real estate closings.
Proofread and edit documents for grammatical, typographical, and
spelling errors. Finalize and distribute to relevant parties.
Obtain information and feedback as needed; prepare and compile
closing statements.
Perform additional administrative tasks as needed.
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Job Requirements:\
High school diploma or equivalent education required. Paralegal
training or related post-secondary education highly valued.
Two or more years of experience working in an administrative role.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, working knowledge of
common office equipment, and ability to @type 60+ WPM.
Strong organizational skills and good attention to detail; ability
to prioritize tasks to meet multiple deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be familiar
with common legal terminology and syntax.
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Schedule:Full-Time/Days; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday Friday.\
Pay:\$18.00 - \$20.00/hr., depending on experience.\
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TEMPO Employment Services is an EEO/AA employer.
