Law Firm Office Manager-Personal Injury
Law Offices of Julian Sanders
Atlanta, GA
- Full-Time
Job Description
Salary:
Job Summary:
The Law Firm Office Manager/Administrator will oversee non-attorney staff who perform a variety of clerical and administrative support tasks to facilitate the efficient operation of the law firm.
PERSONAL INJURY LAW FIRM EXPERIENCE IS A MUST!
The ideal candidate will also have prior experience as an Office Manager or Office Administrator in a law firm.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Trains staff regarding firm procedures and information systems.
- Supervises and counsels support staff.
- Recruits and assists in hiring new non-attorney employees.
- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
- Handles discipline and termination of non-attorney employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manages the day-to-day operations of the office; prioritizes use of support staff and facilities.
- Manages the daily operations of information systems.
- Manages equipment, office services, and facilities.
- Manages schedules and appointments including trial dates and hearings, and meetings and travel.
- Maintains a professional and positive work environment by facilitating effective communication and information sharing among professional, paraprofessional, management, and support staff.
- Prepares legal correspondence and documentation.
- Participates in strategic planning process with management to identify and accomplish short- and long-term organizational goals.
- Prepares the organization’s budget.
- Performs or facilitates and delegates accounting functions as needed. These may include billing, preparation of financial statements, management of reports, and collections.
- Consults with outside accountants for audits, preparation of tax returns, and the production of other reports as required by law.
- Drafts and implements operational and human resource policies and practices to ensure quality services.
- Assists with human resource management as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Detail-oriented and professional.
- Advanced understanding of office management practices including knowledge of accounting procedures and information systems.
- Advanced knowledge of legal client management software, such as Needle or Littify.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, delegating when appropriate.
- Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or other similar software program.
- Ability to maintain confidential records.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- At least five years of experience in a senior management position.
- At least five years of experience at a Personal Injury Law Firm.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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Address
Law Offices of Julian Sanders
Atlanta, GA
30326
USA
Industry
Legal
Posted date
Over a month ago
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