Legal Administrative Intern
The Legal Administrative Intern will provide essential administrative and clerical support to help ensure the firm's daily operations run efficiently.
The ideal candidate is organized, professional, comfortable communicating with others, and eager to learn about the operations of a law firm.
No prior legal experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Reception and Client Communication
- Answer incoming telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner.
- Direct calls and messages to the appropriate team members.
- Greet clients and visitors arriving at the office.
- Assist with scheduling appointments and maintaining office calendars.
- Provide general information about the firm's services without offering legal advice.
File Management and Organization
- Organize, maintain, and update physical client files.
- Assist with filing, labeling, scanning, copying, and organizing documents.
- Help transition physical documents into electronic filing systems.
- Retrieve and prepare files as requested by attorneys and staff.
- Maintain organized and secure storage of confidential client information.
Administrative Support
- Assist with preparing correspondence and routine office documents.
- Perform data entry and update internal records.
- Assist with incoming and outgoing mail.
- Maintain office supplies and help keep common areas organized.
- Support attorneys and staff with other administrative tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a college or university program.
- Interest in law, business administration, criminal justice, political science, or a related field preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow instructions.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other common office applications.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
- Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
What You'll Gain
This internship offers valuable exposure to the day-to-day operations of a growing law firm, including:
- Hands-on experience in a professional legal office.
- Familiarity with legal administrative procedures and client file management.
- Exposure to mediation, personal injury, and contract-related legal matters.
- Opportunities to develop professional communication and organizational skills.
- Experience working alongside legal professionals.
- Insight into potential career paths in the legal profession.
Who Should Apply?
We encourage applications from students who are interested in pursuing careers in law, legal administration, business operations, or related professional fields.
Whether you're considering law school or simply looking to gain meaningful office experience, this position offers an opportunity to develop practical skills in a professional environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following through Handshake:
- Current résumé
- Brief cover letter explaining their interest in the position and availability