Legal Secretary
Qualifications
Experience Level: Mid Level
- Three years of recent legal secretarial experience within a law firm or professional services firm
- Typing 65+ wpm
- Strong understanding of legal terminology and court‑specific filing requirements
- Experience with trial preparation and briefs
- Punctual with excellent attendance
- Proficient in generating Tables of Authorities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent proofreading ability
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and balance workload effectively
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a cooperative, small office environment and communicate effectively with attorneys and support staff at all levels
Full Job Description
Join Jackson Lewis P.C., a leading law firm dedicated to employment and labor law, serving employers with proactive strategies and effective solutions. As a Legal Secretary in our Baltimore, MD office, you will provide essential support to multiple attorneys. Your responsibilities will encompass a broad range of administrative and legal tasks, including preparing and revising legal documents, managing attorney calendars, organizing office filing systems, and contributing to case progress through diligent research and awareness of ongoing projects. You will be a key point of contact, answering phones, communicating with clients, and acting as a liaison between internal departments and external agencies. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential and time-sensitive materials with utmost discretion. Experience with trial preparation, maintaining dockets, and proficiency in legal software are highly valued. We are seeking a punctual, reliable professional with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence in a collaborative team environment.
Company
Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jackson Lewis P.C. is a distinguished national law firm specializing exclusively in workplace law. We provide proactive legal strategies and practical solutions for employers navigating complex employ...