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Job Title: Legal Assistant

Location: Wine Ridge AL

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate collections and commercial real estate transactions, as well as a strong background in supporting legal professionals. This role involves a combination of administrative and legal tasks to ensure the efficient operation of our legal department.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys with preparing, reviewing, and organizing legal documents related to corporate collections and commercial real estate transactions.

Conduct research and gather information for legal cases, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.

Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, contracts, and other legal documentation.

Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.

Maintain and organize electronic and physical legal files, ensuring compliance with firm standards.

Communicate with clients, courts, and other legal professionals to facilitate case progress.

Track deadlines and ensure timely filing of legal documents.

Perform general administrative duties, including answering phones, managing calendars, and processing invoices.

Qualifications:

Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience in a legal setting.

Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in corporate collections and/or commercial real estate transactions.

Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures, especially related to corporate collections and real estate law.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with [specific software, if applicable, e.g., Clio, NetDocuments].

Paralegal certification or other relevant legal training.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal court filing procedures.