Legal Assistant (On-Site)

Responsibilities

• Aid in complex document production, drafting pleadings, discovery, and correspondence (including Bates Stamping)
• Create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities
• Prepare court filings and file with various courts (traditional and e-filings)
• Communicate with court staff regarding various issues
• Handle outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys
• Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys
• Prepare Trial Memoranda and calendar all appearances/deadlines
• Schedule Depositions, Mediations, as well as handle all calendaring for assigned attorneys
• Scan and upload documents to the document management system and create templates for new files
• Answer telephones, take detailed messages, and provide follow-up as requested
• Interact with clients, outside counsel, and others as needed to support the firm and office operations

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Exceptional writing, communication, and organization skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of legal documents and ability to ensure accuracy
• Knowledge of legal terminology

Pay

Base Salary Range: $55,000 – $75,000