Legal Receptionist/Assistant

Job Summary:

The Legal Receptionist/Assistant at Children's Legal Center will play an integral role in supporting our attorneys and social workers as we advocate for children and families in custody, guardianship, visitation, and family offense matters throughout Erie County Family Court, Integrated Domestic Violence Court, Supreme Court, and Surrogate's Court. We offer competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter.

Duties include:

• greeting clients, answering phones, and maintaining the reception area
• coordinate appointments and manage attorney and staff calendars
• opening, closing, and updating legal files
• drafting legal correspondence and documents (will train as needed)
• support daily office operations by responding to staff needs and maintaining organized workflows
• in person, 9 am to 5 pm position, with liberal vacation and holiday time

Preferred:

• 2+ years of family law paralegal experience
• Notary Public (CLC will pay for course if not currently a notary)

Requirements:

• Strong organization and attention to detail skills
• Excellent written and oral communication

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Day shift

• Monday to Friday

• No weekends

Work Location:

• In person

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person