Legal Secretary
EverStaff, Lafayette, LA, United States
Legal Secretary
Everstaff is seeking a Legal Secretary to support a busy transactional practice in its Lafayette office. While prior transactional experience is preferred, candidates with strong law firm legal secretary backgrounds and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided for the right individual. Location: Lafayette, LA Schedule: 100% Onsite, M-F 8am-5pm Salary: $53,000
$59,000 (Depending on experience) Benefits offered
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys within a transactional practice
Prepare, edit, format, and proofread legal and business documents with high attention to detail
Assist with compiling transactional documentation and supporting loan closing processes
Enter conflict checks; open, maintain, and close electronic and physical client files
Support attorney time entry, expense reimbursements, calendar coordination, and travel arrangements
Redact and revise documents and exhibits accurately
Assist with billing processes and utilize document management systems
Provide general office administrative support including mail processing, conference room setup, onboarding support, and office coordination
Collaborate closely with attorneys and staff to maintain efficient workflow and high-quality client service
Qualifications
23+ years of legal secretary experience within a law firm environment
Transactional, real estate, or title insurance experience preferred but not required
Strong document formatting, editing, and proofreading skills
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to quickly learn billing, timekeeping, and document management systems
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Everstaff is seeking a Legal Secretary to support a busy transactional practice in its Lafayette office. While prior transactional experience is preferred, candidates with strong law firm legal secretary backgrounds and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided for the right individual. Location: Lafayette, LA Schedule: 100% Onsite, M-F 8am-5pm Salary: $53,000
$59,000 (Depending on experience) Benefits offered
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys within a transactional practice
Prepare, edit, format, and proofread legal and business documents with high attention to detail
Assist with compiling transactional documentation and supporting loan closing processes
Enter conflict checks; open, maintain, and close electronic and physical client files
Support attorney time entry, expense reimbursements, calendar coordination, and travel arrangements
Redact and revise documents and exhibits accurately
Assist with billing processes and utilize document management systems
Provide general office administrative support including mail processing, conference room setup, onboarding support, and office coordination
Collaborate closely with attorneys and staff to maintain efficient workflow and high-quality client service
Qualifications
23+ years of legal secretary experience within a law firm environment
Transactional, real estate, or title insurance experience preferred but not required
Strong document formatting, editing, and proofreading skills
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to quickly learn billing, timekeeping, and document management systems
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment