The Opportunity: Legal Assistant
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About the Firm
Our esteemed client is a prestigious fullservice law firm known for its collaborative culture highprofile clientele and commitment to excellence. We are seeking a proactive and detailoriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support a dynamic team of litigation attorneys. This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a firm that values professionalism innovation and a strong teamoriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide highlevel administrative and legal support to litigation attorneys and paralegals
- Prepare format proofread and edit legal documents including pleadings motions briefs and correspondence
- File documents electronically with federal and state courts (including ECF and other court filing systems)
- Manage attorney calendars schedule meetings and coordinate court deadlines and appearances
- Maintain and organize case files discovery materials and litigation databases
- Handle time entry billing processes expense reimbursements and other administrative tasks
- Communicate professionally with clients courts vendors and internal departments
- Assist with trial preparation including compiling exhibits and managing logistics
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines in a fastpaced environment
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal secretary preferably with a focus on litigation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Outlook Excel PowerPoint) and legal software
- Strong knowledge of court rules filing procedures and legal terminology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of organization attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment
- Familiarity with document management systems and ediscovery tools is a plus