Litigation Project Assistant
Litigation Project Assistant
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Job Description
Greenberg Traurig (GT) a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries has an exciting fulltime employment opportunity for a Litigation Project Assistant in our Miami office located in Downtown Miami. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.
Join our Litigation Team as a Project Assistant located in our Miami office.
We are seeking a detailoriented professional who thrives in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational and problemsolving skills ensuring accuracy and efficiency in every task. With a proactive mindset and a strong work ethic you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and providing highquality support. If you are someone who demonstrates adaptability initiative and a commitment to excellence we invite you to join our team.
This role will be based in our Miami office on an inoffice basis. Regular inoffice presence is required for daytoday operations as well as for team collaboration training opportunities and relationship building.
Position Summary
The Litigation Project Assistant provides essential support to litigation paralegals and legal support specialists with an indirect reporting line to attorneys. This role primarily focuses on discovery and trial preparation while also assisting with various administrative tasks. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed (fulltime nonexempt position).
Key Responsibilities
Manages extranet sites by downloading and storing data using established naming conventions.
Creates indices of documents per provided examples.
Maintains case and document databases following department standards; update physical files as necessary.
Prepares binders for depositions hearings and other proceedings using departmental templates.
Assists litigation personnel with administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.
Conducts legal research and support document review as needed.
Utilizes Microsoft Office and other legal technology tools to support case management.
Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
Strong critical thinking analytical and research skills.
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to organize and manage time effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
Selfstarter who can work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor.
Education & Prior Experience
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Prior litigation experience preferred.
Technology
Proficiency with Windowsbased software and Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to quickly learn new legal software applications and case management systems.
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to meritbased consideration and review without regard to an individuals race sex or other protected characteristics and to the principles of nondiscrimination on any protected basis.
Employment Type
Full-Time
