Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant - Litigation (38044)

This position will provide a wide-ranging legal secretarial and support function to attorneys.

DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES

Convert handwritten draft, notes or tape dictation into typed-quality form correspondence, memoranda, reports and other documents

Organize and maintain correspondence, document and computer-based files

Provide telephone coverage for team, deliver messages, arrange teleconferencing options and conference calls

Arrange appointments, coordinate meetings, make travel arrangements and submit reimbursement requests

Review and route incoming mail

Make arrangements for and perform various support services (e.g. courier deliveries, document processing center assistance, conference room reservations

E-file pleadings with various jurisdictions

Capable of working with a variety of assigned attorneys and practice group areas as needed

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Strong organizational skills

Strong decision-making skills

Strong problem solving skills

Strong work ethic

Strong execution skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Reliable and self-starter

Ability to learn new databases

Strong attention to detail

Highly professional

Strong presence

Independently motivated

Independent thinker

Excellent interpersonal skills

JOB REQUIRMENTS

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Knowledge of legal billing software (preferably Aderant)

Ability to type at a level of 70 WPM

Ability to proofread typed material for grammatical, typographical and spelling error

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Possess excellent grammar skills

Capable of drafting non-complex correspondence

Knowledge of filing an original petition and its requirements

Knowledge of discovery process after suit is filed

Has an understanding of the county, state and court systems

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or related viruses

5+ years of on-the-job experience necessary in order to perform complex administrative duties in a professional setting

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent

BENEFITS

Benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance and 401k

Job Type: Full-time/Permanent/Direct Hire