Deposition Clerk (General Liability)

Essential Job Functions

• Deposition scheduling and follow up for all Chicago GL attorneys.
• Create subpoenas and deposition notices to send to appropriate parties.
• Maintaining records related to all scheduling.
• Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software.
• Maintain daily calendar and computer files.
• Ensure tasks are completed timely and properly documented.
• Review and docket mail and other related documents pertaining to GL cases.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required; associates or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience supporting a legal office or working in the legal industry.
• Microsoft Word and Outlook experience required; Excel experience preferred.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication and proofreading skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and independently.
• Organization, Planning, Attention to Detail, and Dependability.
• Firm and Client Confidentiality required.

Additional Information

• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Group Term life, Voluntary term life, STD, LTD, 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match and paid time off.