Administrative Assistant II / Paralegal

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Administrative Assistant II / Paralegal

The candidate will provide a variety of administrative and paralegal services to faculty, attorneys, law interns and clients. Provides administrative assistance in the preparation of teaching materials, client documents and materials for publication. Prepares periodic reports for grant funding sources. Provides administrative support for faculty committee responsibilities. Maintains clinic calendar and schedules student and client appointments for assigned faculty. Attends meetings and participates in classroom simulations as requested. Coordinates travel arrangements and prepares requests for reimbursement. Orders supplies. Provides reception desk back-up. Coordinates work-study student hiring, orientation, and time-tracking. Performs initial client intake, ascertaining client legal issues, and provides referral information when appropriate. Presents client issues to attorneys at case review meetings. Uses electronic case management system for client data storage, client conflict checks and reports. Provides required legal research and drafts research memos as requested. Assists attorneys and student interns with preparation for client appointments and court appearances as required; acts as witness to documents. Superior organizational skills are essential. Demonstrated ability using databases and Microsoft Office Suite products are essential. Ability to transcribe audiotapes and oral dictation are required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Ability to prioritize effectively and perform duties with minimal supervision are required. Associates Degree required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Must have 3 years administrative assistant or paralegal experience in an office setting.

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Job Id: 166

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Albany Law School
80 New Scotland Avenue
Albany
New York
United States 12208
Website : http://www.albanylaw.edu