Overview
Legal Assistant – Real Estate Jobs in West Palm Beach, Florida, USA at Lippes Mathias LLP
The West Palm Beach office of Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be key to supporting the administrative functions of the group.
Responsibilities will include:
Assisting with drafting, formatting and proofreading of legal documents
Create, organize and maintain electronic and hard copy files
Schedule appointments, meetings, and court hearings for attorneys
Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls and correspondence, including emails and mail
Prepare memoranda to open new matters
Recording documents with the court
Calendaring and monitoring critical dates
Create accounting bills and expense reports as needed
Provide other clerical support as needed
Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:
Minimum 2 years of experience as a legal assistant
Experience with real estate, finance, or title company, a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Working knowledge of Pro Law or similar document management system a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information
Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to multitask in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to work well with others
Salary range dependent on experience: $22-$26/hour
The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.
Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 16 offices and nearly 210 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries.
Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.
To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website:
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:
Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
Vision plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
Term Life and AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability
Additional Voluntary benefits:
Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
Legal work discount program
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Title: Legal Assistant – Real Estate
Company: Lippes Mathias LLP
Location: West Palm Beach, Florida, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
