Floating Legal Secretary/ Receptionist

Our Floater Legal Secretary will help everyone to succeed! We are a nationwide law firm specializing in products liability defense litigation and other complex matters. We are seeking a legal secretary (litigation experience preferred) to provide back up support and desk coverage for other legal secretaries that are out of the office or needing assistance. An additional responsiblity will be providing back-up for our receptionist. The individual who will thrive in this position will be someone who enjoys variety, embraces working with different personalities and loves to help others meet their deadlines.


In this non-exempt professional role, you will be a key member that supports attorneys, paralegals, trial assistants and other secretaries that work together to deliver superior client service to our reputable client base. For your commitment and dedication to this role, you will receive a rich total compensation package that starts with a competitive and market-driven salary and continued growth that rewards top performers for experience and demonstrated success.

You will perform the following accountabilities within the team:
Perform transcription and preparation of legal documents/correspondence
Open, review and direct mail
Schedule meetings and make travel arrangements
Answer the telephone, screen calls appropriately and redirect callers as necessary
Maintain files and process all documents for appropriate filing
Process client disbursements, expense reports and timesheets
Perform special projects and tasks as directed by leadership
Back-up the receptionist

Working Conditions:
Casual and fun working environment
Heavy computer use
Frequent client contact via phone
Frequent interruptions
Specific deadlines and timetables

If you seek a fast-paced, team-oriented, professional and fun work atmosphere with advancement opportunities based on related skills, we want to hear from you. We know that you have a choice in who you include in your career search. If you are looking for an employer that sees you as an individual and supports work and life balance, you will not want to miss this opportunity. Our Phoenix office is casual in dress, yet fun and professional in nature!

Due to the volume of resumes we anticipate receiving, we will be unable to accept or return telephone calls regarding the status of this position. If your qualifications meet our needs, we will be contacting you directly. Thank you for your cooperation.

No telephone calls or agencies please.

Bowman and Brooke is an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcome diversity in our team members.
REQUIREMENTS
Here is what we need from you:
Proven customer service skills
Strong typing skills (both speed and accuracy)
Solid grammar skills
Well-developed communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and conflicting requests
Ability and affinity for adapting with various personalities and work styles and the ability to successfully produce in that environment

Education and Experience:
Minimum of 1-3 years previous legal secretary experience preferred, with litigation experience required
Previous Products Liability experience preferred, but not required.