Legal Assistant

Hooks, Meng & Clement (HMC) is seeking a highly efficient and organized Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in delivering exceptional service to clients and ensuring smooth office operations. The ideal candidate will assist in preparing legal documents, managing office correspondence, and keeping the team on track with upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm, thrive under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding role in the legal industry, we want to hear from you.

$45,000+ DOE

• Conduct Legal Research: Work closely with attorneys and paralegals to gather information.
• Administrative Support: Help with various tasks to keep the team running smoothly.
• Communication: Interact with court staff, opposing lawyers, and clients effectively.
• Office Correspondence: Handle phone calls, emails, and remind the team about important deadlines.
• Document Assistance: Help create and proofread legal documents like pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs.
• Client Billing: Work with the accounting department to ensure accurate billing.

• Legal Industry Experience: Some experience in the legal field is required, 1-3 years.
• Education: An Associate’s degree or some college is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Software Skills: Familiarity with legal software, case management, and docketing programs.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to stay organized and communicate well.
• Legal Knowledge: Understanding of legal documents and terminology.
• Customer Service: Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service.
• Office Software Proficiency: Good with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Digital Skills: Comfortable working with PDFs and other digital file formats.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism: Courteous and professional demeanor.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license is required.
• Typing Speed: Ability to type at least 50 words per minute.
• This is an in-office position in Las Vegas, NV

If you are detail-oriented, a team player, and can handle demanding deadlines, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

At HMC, we stand out as Nevada’s premier industrial relations law firm, renowned for our excellence and commitment to our field and our commitment to excellence, integrity, forward-thinking vision, and passion for the law. Our mission is to protect and empower clients by expertly navigating the complex statutes and regulations of Industrial Relations Law. The firm aims to exceed conventional legal service expectations, ensuring fairness, equity, and justice for its clients.