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We are actively expanding and seeking both bilingual and non-bilingual Legal Assistants to join our team. Description Sussman Law Firm, PLLC is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, and offers legal services primarily in the areas of family and immigration law. However, we also handle a variety of other issues. We are not your typical law firm. We are poised for aggressive growth, and we are looking for a Legal Assistant who can hit the ground running. Our Culture Sussman Law Firm, PLLC’s mission is to provide a work environment where employees feel empowered to make a difference in the lives of many, each and every day.  At Sussman Law Firm, PLLC, we acknowledge and value our differences as well as our combined strengths. We want all employees, regardless of their education or background, to feel valued, as well as respected personally and professionally. We cultivate a working environment that inspires new ideas and encourages highly motivated individuals. Our vision for growth is clear and our passion for helping others is strong. If you are hired, you will be part of a wonderful team of people who work hard to get the job done right the first time and take pride in the work that they do. You will be part of a team that is rewarded for their hard work. Is this going to be an easy job? No. It might be the biggest challenge of your life. However, it is our belief that anything really great is worth working hard for and that our greatest growth comes from our biggest challenges. You will be challenged as a legal assistant, but you will grow, create new experiences, and have fun along the way. More importantly, you will find great joy in helping our clients find solutions in the areas of their lives that matter most! Responsibilities: • We are looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented individual to be our next Legal Assistant. • What would a Legal Assistant do? Legal Assistants are integral members of our firm who are responsible for ensuring our clients receive the best legal service possible.  • Legal Assistants deal with clients regularly and engage in case management.  • Their primary goal is to provide attorney support by assisting with maintaining client files; drafting correspondence and other documents, and communicating with clients. Qualifications: • Fluent in English and Spanish preferred but not required. • You must have a High School Diploma. • College or university credits are preferred. • Two (2) years of experience working in an office setting is required but need not be in a law firm. A college degree can be substituted for one (1) year of office work experience. • You must be a positive and uplifting person. If you see the glass as being half full, you are the type of person we are looking for!  • You must be competent and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Word, at a minimum. If you are familiar with Practice Panther, Basecamp, or Lawmatics, that is a plus. • You must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task. • You must be willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right the first time. • You must be a team player. We are strong believers in the team approach and our office is a team environment.  • You must be able to talk to people in a manner that is polite, educated, and puts them at ease. • You must be compassionate. • If you have gotten this far and are thinking about applying, it means you are ready for a challenge and want to be part of a team where your hard work and efforts are recognized, appreciated, and rewarded.  About Company: Life at Sussman Law Firm, PLLC is a pretty sweet deal. From a 401(k) match to medical plans to paid time off, we work hard to ensure that every employee has a robust compensation plan and feels supported and encouraged to have a healthy balance between work and home commitments. Competitive PayMedical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceUnlimited Paid Time OffWork from Home DaysPaid Sick TimePaid BereavementPaid Holidays401(k) Plan401(k) MatchFun Employee EventsDiscretionary annual bonusPaid Maternity LeavePaid Paternity LeavePaid Jury Duty TimePaid Professional MembershipsApproved Continuing Legal EducationApproved Classes or SeminarsFree Legal Services for EmployeesEmployee Referral BonusRetreats and Team BuildingPaid Mental Wellness Days

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