Posted Apr 09 Position Summary:
As an experienced member of the Legal Resource Center (LRC), the Legal Support Specialist II (LSS II) provides advanced administrative and legal support to attorneys firm-wide. The LSS II works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team environment to deliver the highest level of service to internal and external clients.
The Legal Support Specialist II role is an opportunity to continue enhancing your career in a professional services environment. Bradley offers inhouse training to fill gaps in skillsets that are needed to perform the essential functions of this role. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, punctual and will have excellent organization, communication and computer skills. Opportunity will exist to mentor our team members in the Legal Support Specialist I role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare legal documents, memoranda and correspondence from draft or dictated text.
- Create, edit, format and proofread documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Draft simple notices.
- Generate pleadings and briefs with the ability to perform extensive formatting, styling and editing of documents using advanced features of Word including Tables of Contents, Tables of Authorities, Cross-referencing, and Track Changes.
- Transcribe data from audio tapes.
- Create and edit PowerPoint slide presentations and other graphs and charts.
- Convert PDF files to Word format, cleaning up and formatting converted document.
- Manage workflow of assigned tasks and projects, prioritizing incoming tasks to meet deadlines and coordinate with other support services to complete work.
- Transmit legal documents, memoranda, and correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials by electronic filing, fax, email, mail and/or messenger.
- Assist with management of client financial records, accountings and reporting requirements.
- Calendar critical deadlines and other dates requiring action and ensure accurate calculations.
- Submit for and maintain, Bar and Court Admissions.
- Track attorney Continuing Legal Education.
- Provide additional support, back-up and PTO coverage for LSS I Team.
- Other advanced clerical tasks and related duties, as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Associate’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
- 1-2 years’ related experience at a law firm or professional services industry required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain poised and demonstrate composure and tact in stressful situations.
- Must exhibit a high degree of initiative in managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-drive, detail-oriented work environment utilizing excellent judgment, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Embrace technology and seek knowledge to improve efficiency and quality ofwork.
- Advanced computer skills including knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel as well as specific law firm programs.
- Familiarization with basic graphics and picture manipulation, including resizing, copying, and pasting functions.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability and desire to train and mentor others.
- Typing accuracy, ability to proofread with an attention to detail.
- Good organizational skills.
- Strong client service focus and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision, while functioning effectively as part of a team.
- Various physical activity may be required.
Why Join Bradley?
We offer more than just a job — we provide a place to build your career. Bradley offers:
- Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
- Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.
- Voted a Top Workplace in Houston by the Houston Chronicle.
