Legal Assistant - Litigation (Phoenix)

Responsibilities

• Aid in editing and proofreading correspondence, contracts, agreements, and other complex documents.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain weekly time records.
• Set up, maintain, and keep files current, including classifying, arranging, filing, and storing information.
• Maintain daily workflow to meet project deadlines, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, processing expense reimbursements, and more.
• Act as a liaison between attorneys and various office service departments, such as Accounting, Business Development, IT, and Docketing & Records.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of legal administrative support experience.
• Familiarity with processes, systems, and structures of mid-to-large-sized firms.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), DMS/iManage Desksite, Aderant, LMS+, Workshare Compare, and Adobe.
• Ability to organize, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Good rapport-building skills with attorneys, clients, and staff.
• High attention to detail in proofreading a variety of documents.
• Creative thinking and independent problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills and work ethic.

Benefits

Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-Verify.