Legal Practice Coordinator
Legal Practice Coordinator
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$ 95000 - 115000
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Job Description
Job Description
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP a global law firm has an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal secretary to join us as a Legal Practice Coordinator in our Los Angeles office. Candidates should have five or more years of experience working in the litigation practice section and will be working with attorneys who focus on employment insurance recovery IP and commercial and complex business litigation. This is a pivotal time at the firm and we are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team.
Primary Responsibilities
Perform secretarial functions associated with firm administrative tasks including processing new client/matter requests engagement letters conflict checks client bills time reports and expense reports.
Format and edit a wide variety of legal documents including pleadings motions subpoenas discovery etc. This includes proofreading and redlining work for accuracy.
E-file in state federal and appellate courts utilizing knowledge of local rules and procedures for filing and calendaring.
Assist in supporting depositions arbitrations mediations and trials.
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills to efficiently manage case files calendars and travel.
Top-notch communication skills poise and professionalism which are vital for interactions with clients and members of the firms legal staff.
Maintain highly confidential information files records legal documents and reports.
Possess a positive attitude be proactive flexible and a team player.
Utilize and maintain documents in the firms electronic document management systems.
Prioritize needs based on urgency multi-task and work in a fast-paced team-orientated environment.
Qualifications
5 years of litigation secretary experience in a large law firm setting and a solid understanding of the litigation process
Knowledge of online court filing systems
Skilled with use of electronic document management systems
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work overtime when needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree or Legal Secretary Certificate
Knowledge and or experience in using NetDocs Intapp Time and Chrome River
Experience working with multiple lawyers simultaneously
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
The California Pay range for this role with final offer amount dependent on skillset and experience is $95000-$115000.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position please contact us at .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
