Job Title:
Office Administrator

Company: Ekspert Counsel

Location: atlanta, GA

Created: 2024-04-25

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Job Summary:The Law Firm Administrator will oversee attorney and non-attorney staff who perform a variety of clerical and administrative support tasks to facilitate the efficient operation of the 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.DutiesResponsibilities: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, site specific, budget.Performs or facilitates and delegates accounting functions as needed. These may include billing, preparation of financial statements, management of reports, and collections.Implements operational and human resource policies and practices to ensure quality services.Assists with human resource management as needed including scheduling interviews, onboarding and orientation.Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications:Must have Law Firm Management experience.Paralegal experience handling litigation duties, preferably in first party property or personal injury.Superior written and verbal communication skills; Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Advanced understanding of office management practices including knowledge of accounting procedures and information systems.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.