LEGAL ASSISTANT

Spherion Staffing in Chattanooga, TN is seeking qualified candidates for an attorney's office as a Legal Assistant. The incumbent will provide administrative and paraprofessional legal support to attorneys.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:· Prepares and drafts legal documents for filing.· Performs administrative duties including basic research, filing, mailings, retrieving credit reports, telephone communication and correspondence· Conducts legal research for particular issues as assigned by attorneys using periodicals, law library, public records, and offices.· Maintains and updates the computer database.· Prepares closing binders.· Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:1. Must have administrative and/or office clerical experience. Minimum of 2 years.2. Must have experience using Microsoft Office products and WordPerfect.3. Must have interest in the legal field.4. Must have HS Diploma/GED5. Must successfully pass a criminal background check and drug test.For immediate consideration please apply online at http://www.spherioncareers.com and attach your resume to the application. Please use job code 100965813.Spherion is an Equal Opportunity Employer   Since 1946, Spherion has been helping talented individuals find rewarding job opportunities that drive excellence in their career. Through a network of 700 offices nationwide, we place 300,000 job seekers in fulfilling office professional, industrial and contact center positions every year. Put our career specialists to work for you!