Litigation Legal Assistant (Hearing Setter)

JOB SUMMARY:

We are a busy and dynamic law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. To support our growing caseload we are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Hearing Setter to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring that our attorneys clients and courts remain aligned on scheduling and case progress. May be requested to assist paralegals with other legal items. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for law students or anyone eager to gain law firm experience with the goal of becoming a paralegal.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule and confirm hearings with courts opposing counsel and clients
• Maintain and update attorneys calendars to prevent conflicts and ensure deadlines are met
• Communicate hearing details clearly to attorneys staff and clients
• Enter hearing dates into case management systems and keep records accurate and up to date
• Track upcoming hearings send reminders and follow up on rescheduling needs
• Assist with preparation of files and documentation required for hearings

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job does not require supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate with law office experience
• College Graduate seeking a law office career

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software
• Mortgage Foreclosure experience is a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand walk use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop kneel or crouch The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: Normal office working conditions with quiet to moderate noise level within the work environment.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package which includes a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

If you possess the requisite qualifications and are seeking the challenge of working in a growing firm please submit your resume in confidence.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.

Because of the high volume of calls received only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration

If you are interested in this position please email your resume to

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.