Legal Business Associate

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Business Associate to join its dynamic team in Carmel, IN. This is an entry-level to intermediate role offering significant opportunities for professional development within a fast-paced legal environment. The position involves supporting legal operations, managing case files, and ensuring precise legal document handling. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and an eagerness to learn and contribute to the firm's litigation process.

Duties:

• Assist with legal administrative tasks, including document filing, case management, and brief preparation.
• Transcribe legal documents and correspondence with accuracy and promptness.
• Conduct document reviews for compliance with legal standards and firm protocols.
• Organize and maintain both electronic and physical filing systems for easy document retrieval.
• Perform clerical tasks such as data entry, scanning, and photocopying of legal materials.
• Utilize case management software for opening new cases, processing demand letters, and guiding cases through the litigation process.
• Support litigation projects by reviewing pleadings, notices, and other legal documents.
• Investigate data discrepancies and propose solutions.
• Participate in goal-oriented meetings to ensure alignment with firm objectives.

Requirements:

• Strong typing skills (55 WPM or higher) with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to handle multiple assignments fluidly to meet business objectives.
• Demonstrated dependability and punctuality.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, particularly when interacting with court staff, attorneys, and legal stakeholders.
• Motivation to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Previous data entry experience with comfort in repetitive tasks and toggling between multiple software platforms.

Education:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, but not required.

Certifications:

• No paralegal certificate required.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal document handling and case management software.
• Ability to multitask and work independently while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve data discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple Excel sheets and manage information across various tabs and programs.
• Willingness to adapt to new tasks and responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• 401K plan with employer match.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the firm.

Job Location:

• Carmel, IN (In-office position).

This firm is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan and is a mid-sized law firm that represents clients in both state and federal trial and appellate courts in the United States as well as the Caribbean. This firm's areas of focus are receiverships, Caribbean liquidations, creditors' rights and collections, claims administrative and distribution, civil litigation, and corporate law. This firm puts its clients first in all situations and strives to provide the highest quality legal services at a reasonable cost.