Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

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We currently have an opening for aLegal Administrative Assistantwithin ourLitigationPractice Groupin ourTucson office. Under general supervision this role supports the delivery of quality legal services to clients by providing secretarial and administrative assistance to assigned attorneys paralegals or other timekeepers.
The position operates within a team-oriented environment emphasizing collaboration and cooperation among team members. The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of relevant experience. Specifically we are looking for individuals who have experience in litigation and bankruptcy practice areas demonstrating a strong foundation in legal practices and procedures related to these fields.
The hours for this position are from8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Position responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Legal Administrative Support
Open and maintain client files (paper and electronic) in accordance with firm guidelines.
Process and track legal work ensuring all deadlines are recorded and met.
Prepare legal documents for e-filing and submission to courts and administrative agencies.
Demonstrate proficient knowledge and experience using Arizona Courts E-Filing Federal courts e-filing systems and PACER.
Assist in preparing for court hearings depositions mediations and arbitrations including scheduling and calendaring deadlines.
Coordinate attorney calendars appointments meetings and travel arrangements.

Client & Attorney Support
Respond to telephone inquiries and client needs with professionalism and efficiency.
Anticipate attorney needs to support seamless workflow and time management.
Document Handling
Process incoming/outgoing mail and arrange special deliveries through Office Services as needed.
Proofread documents for grammar formatting punctuation and content accuracy to uphold the firms quality standards.
Learn and apply firm policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

Billing & Timekeeping
Coordinate the client billing process troubleshoot issues with the billing department and ensure timely invoicing.
Accurately record billable and non-billable time for effective service tracking and reporting.

Technology & Software Proficiency
Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint for document creation data management and presentations.
Utilize document management systems for task creation document uploads and email communication.

Communication & Collaboration
Listen actively follow instructions and accept feedback to support effective communication and continuous improvement.
Foster strong working relationships with attorneys staff and clients to promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
Serve as a mentor to new staff providing guidance on firm processes and practice area procedures.
Exhibit flexibility to work outside standard business hours as needed to meet deadlines and support urgent legal matters.

Independent Work & Time Management
Work independently with initiative accountability and reliability.
Manage tasks in a fast-paced environment meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
Organize and prioritize assignments effectively including delegating when appropriate.

Experience and Qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant with proven expertise in supporting both litigation and bankruptcy practice within a mid-size law firm.
Comprehensive knowledge of Arizona court procedures including state federal and appellate levels with a strong emphasis on e-filing procedures.
Ability and willingness to learn and handle filings in other jurisdictions as needed including mastering applicable local rules and electronic filing systems outside Arizona.
Exceptional proofreading and editing skills with a keen eye for detail in all written communications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel Word OneNote and Outlook) and experience with document management systems.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team showing reliability and the capacity to juggle multiple tasks effectively.
Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and clients.
This position requires the employee to work in a professional office environment with some ability to work from home.
Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and agenerousbenefits packagestarting on your first day.The benefits package includes medical dental vision disability life insurance 401K/profit sharing paid holidays tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time personal time and sick time where appropriate.Snell & Wilmer values the principles ofDiversity Inclusion and Belonging.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.