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As a newly hired legal assistant, what sorts of responsibilities can I expect to take on? |
I was recently hired by a Real Estate law office in MA and I am wondering what sort of work I will do. What sorts of responsibilities will I meet on a daily basis? Store, catalog, and maintain currency of legal volumes. Appraise and inventory real and personal property for estate planning. Communicate and arbitrate disputes between parties. Arrange transportation and accommodation for witnesses and jurors, if required. Serve copies of pleas to opposing counsel. Deliver or direct delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action. Prepare real estate closing statements and assist in closing process. Review and file pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions. Research and analyze law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by attorney. Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain document files and case correspondence. Search for and study legal documents to investigate facts and law of cases, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases. Source(s): http://www.cacareerzone.org/graphic/prof... Dictation, Filing, Phone Calls and odd jobs. |
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