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Legal Assistant - Criminal DefenseGRAND CANYON LAW GROUP LLC • Mesa, AZ, US
Legal Assistant - Criminal Defense

Legal Assistant - Criminal Defense

GRAND CANYON LAW GROUP LLC • Mesa, AZ, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description : About the Job

The Grand Canyon Law Group is a leading criminal defense firm in Arizona with a team of experienced attorneys committed to tireless, compassionate advocacy.

Our firm is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-service focused Legal Assistant to join our legal team. The Legal Assistant will work closely with Attorneys and Paralegals to complete administrative and legal support tasks critical to providing excellent service to our clients.

If you share our dedication to principled criminal defense and protecting the accused in our community, we welcome your application. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills to make a difference for our clients.

Why choose us?

  • Opportunity to contribute to a top-rated criminal defense firm that is dedicated to securing the best possible outcomes for clients
  • Chance to learn from and collaborate with some of Arizona's most experienced, skilled criminal defense attorneys
  • Supportive work culture that values professionalism, attention to detail, and providing excellent client service

Position Responsibilities :

  • Draft basic legal forms, documents and correspondence
  • Calendar all legal deadlines and reminders
  • Communicate with clients via phone, email and text to obtain needed information
  • Contact courts, agencies and other entities to follow up on various legal matters
  • Copy, scan, file and organize documents both physically and electronically
  • Open and close client files in our case management system
  • Complete clerical tasks as assigned such as copying, filing, and mailing documents
  • Key Performance Indicators :

  • Bill 30+ hours of client work per week
  • Calendar 100% of deadlines accurately
  • Complete 95%+ of assigned tasks by due date
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date client files
  • We offer a collaborative team environment focused on providing excellent legal services to our clients. This is a full-time position with growth opportunities for the right candidate. Please submit a resume highlighting your administrative and legal experience.

    Requirements :

    Position Requirements :

  • Legal Experience Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1+ years administrative support experience in a criminal law firm a plus
  • Strong ability to communicate effectively across multiple channels including phone, email, text, and in-person interactions with clients and stakeholders
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities
  • Proficiency with MS Office and case management programs
  • Professional communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to handle sensitive client matters with discretion
  • Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with strong follow-up skills and commitment to timely client response
  • Experience managing ongoing client communications and maintaining professional relationships throughout case lifecycles
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