Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

About This Role

This part-time position in a criminal defense law office suits a self-employed, retired, or semi-retired candidate, or someone simply seeking part-time work. The role involves providing legal secretarial and administrative support, with a focus on criminal defense.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client communication by scheduling appointments, answering inquiries professionally, and maintaining confidentiality
• Handle administrative tasks such as managing calendars, organizing files

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a legal secretary in criminal defense work
• Strong typing, organizational, and administrative skills
• Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Effective client communication skills
• Professional phone etiquette
• Organizational skills for managing multiple priorities efficiently

Important Details

• Schedule: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• Employment type: part-time
• Other conditions: paid by check for hours worked; 1099 issued at year-end