Public Finance Legal Assistant

Taft is seeking a legal assistant to support the Public Finance team in our Reno office.

We are seeking a legal assistant to support our Public Finance team in the Reno office. All Taft employees operate under a “Client First” philosophy—in all things, we seek to provide exceptional services to our clients. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Edits and proofreads complex documents, including proactive review for, and ability to relay, relevant discrepancies/inconsistencies.
• Actively supports the billing process to include printing BIMs, preparing template bills, and finalizing and sending bills.  
• Independently performs administrative duties such as proofreading, editing, and releasing attorney time entries; registering, calendaring, and reporting Continuing Legal Education credits; requesting and following up on reimbursements and other related tasks.
• Prepares and reviews letters and memoranda according to Firm standards using word processing and document management systems.
• Exhibits outstanding client service orientation in greeting guests, scheduling meetings, and conducting telephone conferences.
• Displays a strong attention to detail.
• Anticipates what tasks are needed and proactively performs them as appropriate.
• Responds to requests with a sense of urgency; effectively monitors deadlines and prioritizes work accordingly.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Creates, maintains, and retires files in accordance with Taft’s Information Governance Policy.
• Assists in managing client contacts, emails, and print documents as well as processing mail.
• Clearly communicates in a concise, professional manner.

Requirements:

• 2+ years’ legal assistant experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficient command of the English language, syntax, and standard grammar rules.
• Demonstrated strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to adapt to workplace stressors and competing priorities.
• Must maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Must show strong attention to detail and ability to manage and monitor multiple projects.
• Must exhibit excellent interpersonal skills.

Date Posted: 1/28/2025

Deadline to Apply – 2/28/2025

Taft offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401K, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, bonus and more. The salary range for this position is $28.36/hr. – $37.50/hr..  Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted information based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.