Legal Receptionist

Position Overview:
We are seeking a professional, dependable, and personable Legal Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for our firm. This role is essential in creating a welcoming environment for clients while ensuring the day-to-day administrative operations run smoothly. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist clients in a friendly, professional, and welcoming manner
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and manage email communications
• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including FedEx and other deliveries
• Perform bank deposits and occasional local errands as needed
• Maintain an organized front office and reception area
• Assist with basic administrative and clerical tasks
• Utilize office technology and software systems efficiently

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a high-stress environment
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently
• Comfortable using basic office technology and software (email, scheduling systems, etc.)
• Prior administrative or receptionist experience preferred (legal experience is a plus but not required)

Desired Traits:

• Friendly and welcoming personality with a customer-service mindset
• A “my pleasure” attitude similar to the standard of excellence associated with Chick-fil-A
• Positive, team-oriented approach
• Strong work ethic and willingness to go above and beyond

Work Environment:
This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining professionalism and composure in a busy legal office setting.