Paralegal Legal Secretary Unlawful Detainer
Overview
The Shepherd Law Group seeks a Paralegal Legal Secretary for unlawful detainer matters in Oakland. This role owns office administration and supports attorneys with billing collections and marketing. The position offers flexibility and growth opportunities.
What You'll Do9
- 1Answer and return client calls while maintaining professional communication standards
- 2Conduct client intake and process payments using Clio Manage or similar systems
- 3Maintain accurate client files and manage document organization
- 4Assist with unlawful detainer filings and service of documents
- 5Provide light legal drafting and support for attorney workflow
- 6Support marketing efforts through social media interface management
- 7Research vendors and manage relationships within the legal department
- 8Process client bills and track collections according to firm policies
- 9Develop and improve administrative processes to enhance efficiency
Requirements11
- 15+ years experience as a Paralegal or administrative assistant in a legal setting
- 2Proficiency with case management software like Clio Manage
- 3Understanding of unlawful detainer procedures and Alameda County rental laws
- 4Strong clerical skills with exceptional time management abilities
- 5Effective communication and multitasking capabilities
- 6Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
- 7Experience with landlord-tenant law and document preparation
- 8Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- 9Prior billing experience preferred but not required
- 10Willingness to learn new systems and processes
- 11Experience with unlawful detainer matters is a plus
Salary Insight
$52 - $94k per year
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