Legal File Clerk

A top national litigation firm has an immediate opening for a legal file clerk to join its New Orleans office. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated with a strong ability to multi-task and be well organized in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Complete all copy/print/scan requests from lawyers and staff including using various types of binding methods, collation, tabbing, etc.
  • Perform quality review of each project upon completion and deliver to requesting party.
  • Accurately collect, sort and distribute incoming U.S. mail, inter-office mail and overnight packages daily.
  • Meter outgoing mail and prepare certified mail for delivery.
  • Log and deliver all incoming FedEx, UPS or other packages.
  • Assist with conference room set-ups as needed.
  • Order and organize supplies for mailroom and general office use.
  • Maintain all printer stations: keep printers and copiers stocked with paper, troubleshoot service issues and escalate to vendor, as required.
  • Maintain kitchen: load/unload dishwasher, keep kitchen supplies stocked and wipe down counters as necessary.
  • Assist with file closing: enter closing information into the firm's case management software; load files into boxes and send to offsite storage facility.
  • Answer all general incoming calls and other receptionist duties as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned, as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of prior office services and customer service experience required.
  • Law firm experienced preferred.
  • Attention to detail and good organizational and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be comfortable with significant walking/standing and be able to comfortably lift 40-50lbs. (box of copy paper, etc.).
  • Demonstrated competency in basic computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office.