Job Description
- File documents with courts including pleadings, motions, answers, discovery, orders, etc.;
- Client billing, conflict checking, file opening, and file maintenance;
- Coordinate and schedule meetings with internal and external entities;
- Assist with trial preparation/coordination;
- Proofread, draft, and send correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents;
- Bates numbering/labeling documents;
- Calendar deadlines;
- Ensure that attorney time sheets are entered in a timely manner;
- Typing, filing, photocopying, etc., as time permits and as requested;
- Productive and amicable collaboration with coworkers;
- Provide legal support to a diverse population across dynamic settings;
- Independently manage time, including the ability to assess priorities and meet deadlines with short notice;
- Maintain courteous interactions and provide efficient service to internal and external entities;
- Follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of attorneys, clients and staff;
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED;
- 1 - 3 years of experience providing legal support in mid-size or large-size law firm;
- Must have excellent organizational skills; demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and flexibility, be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-task legal environment;
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality;
- Solid working knowledge of general office procedures and office equipment;
- Computer literacy including strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word;
- Ability to remain focused and perform essential duties despite time constraints and interruptions;
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Business school/college certificate(s) or degree(s);
- Working knowledge of a document management system.
Schedule:
7.5 hour shift | On-site | Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Employment with our organization is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will include a criminal history check and may include verification of employment and education. A credit check may be conducted where appropriate based on the responsibilities of the position. By applying, candidates acknowledge and consent to this process in accordance with applicable laws.