Legal Document Specialist/Word Processor
Legal Document Specialist/Word Processor
Category
Administrative Support Staff
Location
New York, New York
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
$95000 - $95000
Job Description:
Responsibilities
- Perform a high volume of word processing tasks using software that includes, but is not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Kofax Power PDF, Litera Compare, and Litera Contract Companion.
- Scan text documents and format using Styles; cleaning up electronically transmitted files and documents.
- Create and edit documents using templates and formatting for automatic feature applications (table of contents, table of authorities, auto numbering and headings via styles, etc.).
- Create and edit Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations.
- Assist IT Department with user input regarding new software or software adjustments/enhancements.
- Help staff and attorneys with troubleshooting and solving document issues.
- Maintain a punctual schedule and regular attendance.
- Attend training classes to stay current with appropriate software.
- Work as part of a team of operators located remotely.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications
- 5+ years’ experience as a legal word/document processor.
- Demonstrate advanced skills using MS Office products with expert knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Canva and Prezi a plus.
- Ability to create templates and diagrams, perform mail merges, use styles proficiently, and create automatic features and form documents.
- Ability to create professional and aesthetically pleasing PowerPoint presentations using skills in transitions and animation, SmartArt, WordArt, text/picture effects, and inserting audio and video clips.
- Ability to work with complex Excel spreadsheets with knowledge of formulas, filters, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables.
- Strong understanding of software to provide document problem-solving assistance.
- High degree of attention to detail.
- Ability to organize assignments, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with lawyers, clients, and staff.
- Ability to work in a service-oriented environment.
- Excellent command of the English language, with emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills.