Intellectual Property Legal Assistant

Our client is looking to add on a Contract/Contract to hire Legal Assistant to cover an upcoming Maternity leave. The right candidate will have atleast one year of legal experience and exceptional computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized paper and electronic files; design and implement organizational systems where appropriate
• Coordinate and modify complex travel arrangements (including international) as directed
• Prepare expense reports
• Photocopy and scan materials as needed
• Prepare all materials related to the firm’s billing process in an efficient, timely manner
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, book conference rooms and make reservations as needed
• Handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls in a professional manner and communicate messages accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain contact management system and manage contact communication processes as needed
• Complete daily diaries for timekeepers accurately and on time
• Type, prepare, revise and process legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, presentations, and occasional court documents using standard Microsoft Office products
• Proofread work products to ensure they are complete and accurate
• Become familiar and stay up to date with firm policies, legal procedures, matters, and clients relevant to assigned practice area(s)
• Perform office duties as requested
• Operate with discretion, professionalism, and courtesy at all times, particularly with sensitive or confidential information
• Participate in firm provided training programs and apply learned skills to work products
• Maintain a neat, clean work area

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.