Accounting, Administrative Skills, Attorney, Billing, Calendar Management, Check Processing, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Document Management, Employment Law, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), File Maintenance, High School Diploma, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, LexisNexis, Litigation, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Regulatory Compliance, Reimbursement, Service Delivery, Telehealth, Time Management, Travel Planning, Writing Skills
Phoenix Office, On Site
Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. In this essential role, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our services, directly supporting our attorneys in delivering exceptional client service and upholding our commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Format briefs, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- File legal documents with state and federal courts; e-filing experience is preferred.
- Proofread all documents carefully and consistently to ensure accuracy and completeness before distribution or filing.
- Update and maintain client files.
- Manage attorney calendars using Outlook and Milana, including scheduling appointments and calendaring deadlines.
- Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
- Accurately enter, review, and revise timekeeper entries, including the consistent use of litigation task codes, when applicable.
- Prepare attorney reimbursement and mileage submissions.
- Review vendor invoices for accuracy, prepare check requests, and submit invoices promptly to clients or the Accounting Department for payment.
- Participate in the timely review and submission of prebills and client invoices.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience as a legal secretary required, preferably supporting a litigation practice.
- Experience with LexisNexis, PACER, ECF, Aderant Milana preferred.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and litigation procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to create, format, and update tables of contents and tables of authorities.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience with document management systems, time-entry software, e-filing platforms, and legal database applications.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Why Join Us
At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.
We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays.
Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you’ll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.
The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.
Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.