Introduction: If you are interested in doing administrative and legal assistant work for a law practice / solo attorney (at attorney's Austin, Tx office location) in a "will train" position on a full-time basis, with opportunities for fairly rapid hourly wage advancement in a partially remote, minimal out-of-town travel, position, this job posting may be of interest to you.
Job Basics/Overview:
- Solo law office, with very active/busy practice
- 4 ½ day work-week, Monday – Thursday, 8-5 and Friday 8-12
- Possible 4 day work-week, Monday - Thursday, 7-5 or 8-6
- Office located in the North Central Austin / Camp Mabry area, convenient to Mopac
- Must be hyper-organized, detail-oriented, self-assured, and excellence-driven
- Must be motivated to learn new things each day
- Must enjoy computer work (position is 85%+ computer work-oriented)
- Must enjoy working solo, oftentimes alone, with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in an environment with daily, weekly, and other deadlines
- Must have excellent writing skills
- Must be extremely intelligent and motivated to learn new things
- Some administrative / office experience strongly preferred
Daily/weekly Tasks:
- Opening files/file set up/closing files
- Reviewing, organizing, and drafting/responding to email
- Maintaining calendar and scheduling; managing due dates/deadlines
- Case Management -Insurance, CPS, Juvenile, & (occasionally) Other matters/cases
- Working on cases / case files (from inception to case closure)
- Research - Non-legal research; Basic legal research
- Recording time/billing time
- Basic personal assistant tasks - Appointments, travel, and basic financial-related
- Other office-related and other work/tasks as requested by attorney
Benefits (discussed in greater detail if in-person or Zoom interview offered):
- Paid Time Off (“PTO”) – Holidays, Sick Time, and Vacation Time
- Professional development assistance
- 1 ½x hourly wage (overtime pay) for hours worked > 40 in same work week
- Hourly wage increase to $20.00/hr. after end of 3rd month
- Bonus opportunities (up to $250/month)
- NOTE: Health insurance is NOT offered and is NOT available through employer
To apply: Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter or introductory email with their resume, and, are further encouraged to address, among other things, why the job post is of interest to you and why you think you would be a good fit for the posted position.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Ability to Commute:
- Austin, TX 78731 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78731