Legal Assistant - Bauer Gravel Farnham, LLP – South Hero, VT
Firm Overview: Bauer Gravel Farnham, LLP is an established law firm with offices in Colchester, South Hero, Newport, Montpelier, and St. Albans, serving the legal needs of Northern Vermont for over 45 years. Committed to providing quality legal services with professionalism and integrity, our firm has earned a reputation for excellence in various practice areas.
Position Title: Legal Assistant
Location: South Hero, VT
Salary Range: From $23 per hour
Job Description: Bauer Gravel Farnham, LLP is seeking an experienced legal assistant who is passionate about continuing the firm's legacy of delivering exceptional legal services. The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ experience supporting an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and possess a strong desire to contribute to a professional and collaborative firm environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Answering the phone and fielding client/potential client inquiries.
- Assisting the in-house attorney with general tasks.
- Preparation of documents for real estate transactions.
- Preparation of legal documents.
- Scheduling attorney/client meetings.
- Communication with the attorneys and staff in Colchester and other satellite offices as needed.
- General office support.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a legal office setting or an office administration role.
- Strong communication, writing, and customer service skills are necessary.
- Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work alone and collaboratively.
- Excellent attention to detail, reliability, and accuracy are a must.
- Proficiency in Windows based applications is key.
- A general understanding of real estate transactions and the probate process is a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive wage commensurate with experience.
- Health insurance with medical, dental, and vision coverage offered.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Positive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you located or willing to relocate to Vermont?
Experience:
- office support: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Vermont: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person