Legal Secretary

A local Hattiesburg law firm is currently looking for a legal secretary. This person will be responsible for assisting and providing a range of legal support and administration to lawyers and other legal professionals engaged in criminal, civil or administrative law.

Main Job Tasks And Responsibilities

• organize and analyze information
  
• cross-check and validate information
  
• prepare written reports
  
• draft legal documents including briefs, appeals, wills, contracts and legal agreements
  
• help prepare legal arguments, applications, declarations and motions
  
• prepare correspondence
  
• check legal forms and documents for accuracy
  
• maintain reference files
  
• co-ordinate law office activities such as subpoena delivery
  
• locate and communicate with witnesses
  
• interact with clients

Requirements

Paralegal

Education And Experience

• at least 3 years of experience
  
• thorough knowledge of legal principles
  
• thorough knowledge of legal terminology
  
• relevant computer knowledge and experience