Legal Practice Group Assistant - Entry Level

FOR MORE THAN 137 YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN A POWERFUL, INNOVATIVE FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM HELPING TO BUILD THE AMERICAN WEST.

Fennemore isn’t your average law firm. With 15 offices in 4 states and industry-leading job satisfaction, you’ll join a dynamic team that is setting trends, breaking records, and helping clients and employees thrive. You will be a part of an extraordinary group of individuals who collaborate and find solutions together -- a team that is inclusive, makes connections, and brings their passion and pride to all they do.

Together we strive to create an inclusive law firm that upholds respect for each other and our unique backgrounds. We commit on all levels to work together to promote equal opportunity, to understand and value differences, and to foster a dignified and diverse work environment. Fennemore’s commitment to our values translates into the workplace. Law.com named Fennemore the fastest-growing law firm in the U.S., and we consistently have among the best retention statistics in the industry.

Fennemore has an excellent opportunity in our Fresno, CA office for a full-time, entry level Legal Practice Group Assistant to join our Resource Center. This team member will provide general support to various practice groups including estate planning, litigation, bankruptcy, and business and finance.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafts various legal documents;
• Conducts legal research utilizing reference materials;
• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data necessary for paralegals and attorneys;
• Works on multiple projects while remaining organized and meeting deadlines;
• May communicate directly with clients;
• May assist attorneys in preparation for and attendance at hearings, depositions and trial;
• Drafts documents, creates notebooks and updates Firm forms for assigned practice group;
• Some general legal administrative assistant duties: filing, calendaring, drafting correspondence, phones;
• Overtime may be required during periods of high workload, flexibility in daily work schedule is required;
• Adheres to departmental/Firm goals and policies; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year legal experience in related capacity preferred;
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy required;
• Strong organizational skills, able to multi-task (handle several jobs at one time);
• Flexibility required for daily changes to business needs;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Word, Excel, PowerPoint and in creating, editing and manipulating PDF documents;
• Must be reliable and flexible; and
• Strong team player with customer service orientation.

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Merit Increases
• On-the-Spot Monthly Bonus Program
• Workplace Flexibility Options
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match & Profit-Sharing Component
• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage + Employer Premium Contribution
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Any employee may be required to perform duties outside of their normal assigned responsibilities as needed.

PLEASE CONSIDER APPLYING TODAY

Fennemore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people from all social, economic and ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply to our positions. Fennemore is dedicated to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes the diversity of personal backgrounds, experiences, abilities, perspectives and ideas. If your experience and qualifications are close to what you see listed here – even if not a perfect match -- please still consider applying. If you require assistance or need reasonable accommodations during any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• law office: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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