Legal Administrative Assistant

AtWilson Elser we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms.

Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration innovation client service and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers contribute meaningfully and thrive professionally.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to our Legal Administrative Assistantposition in our Orlando

The Position

Wilson Elsers Orlando office is currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to work with a leading Medical Malpractice defense team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare legal filings: format documents pull exhibits proofread and redact documents
• Prepare court filings become familiar with court rules and filing procedures
• E-file court filings
• Open new matters
• Document management and organization saving to network indexing for file room
• Retrieve court decisions from Westlaw
• Prepare cover letters for attorney bills
• Input billing information into billing software
• Schedule conferences and depositions maintain attorney calendars
• Manage bills for third party vendors process check requests and follow up with accounting

Qualifications

• 3 years Litigation experience
• Must have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes e-filing and creating table of authorities
• Familiarity with Florida State and Federal court procedures and rules
• Ability to work in a team-based setting with other Legal Secretaries supporting a group of attorneys
• Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
• Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office 2007 (Word Outlook Excel)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why Should You Apply

• Benefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits