Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal AssistantLocation: Indianapolis, INPay rate: $24.62/hr. on 1099

Job Description:The Legal Assistant provides all legal, administrative, and clerical support to the OUCC’s technical staff and attorneys. The position plays a central role in helping to maintain, organize, and process information (records, tariffs, and files - both electronic and hard copy) in compliance with established standards and helps to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of division operations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESManages and processes all case and non-case-related information/documents.Supports and assists technical staff and attorneys as assigned.Supports and assists all Administrative Assistants in coordinating daily work schedules.Maintains calendar dates (in Outlook) for all active cases.Setup and coordinate meetings and conferences.Organizes case files for attorneys in preparation of evidentiary hearings.Contributes to overall Agency and Division goals.Interacts with public and external contacts as a frontline administrative assistant.Creates and modifies documents using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Adobe pdf.Perform general clerical duties including but not limited to copying, faxing, mailing, and filing.Maintains files in Microsoft Dynamics as well as other emerging IT applications.Tracks activities and maintains various spreadsheets and databases.Maintains any required Division records and reports.Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:Exceptionally strong organizational skills, including meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple cases and assignments simultaneously.Excellent time management skills, including the ability to perform and complete tasks under deadline pressure.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interfacing with all levels of the organization in a dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented manner.Sensitivity to confidential and redacted information in legal filings;Knowledge and skill in developing and maintaining case files and other documents; Ability to work independently and in teams both in a timely and well-organized manner;General knowledge of the Agency’s Microsoft Dynamics system. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, SharePoint);