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Know what is expected never assume.
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If you have limitations let the attorney know at the onset of the communication process or as soon as you notice you are having difficulties.
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Approach responsibility enthusiastically and do not do so grudgingly.
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Expect instructions when you see the attorney so be prepared with a pen and notebook. Date your notebook at the beginning of each day as a reminder of when assignment was given. Always note the due date.
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Listen carefully and take good notes. Write instructions down. If you do not understand, ask questions.
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When doing assignments for the first time, type the instructions up for review when called upon to do similar assignments in the future.
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Review files to obtain information that pertains to the assignment. If this is your first time, ask the attorney if you can obtain a sample from anothe rclients file.
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Be clear before starting the assignment. If your not certain make a list and ask attorney when he/she has free time.
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Work efficiently and accurately. Keep deadline in mind and review progress periodically.
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Always know what job should be completed first and is the most important.
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No smudges should be on documents. Staple in upper left corner. Reread and check for errors. Findout the particular place that the attorney wants the assinment placed.
