Legal Secretary

About the role

Nation-wide law firm with strong track record of growth and success.

Why join us?

• Ability to work for a large firm
• Career growth
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive litigation support, including preparing and filing court documents, managing case files, and assisting with trial preparation.
• Managing the legal team's calendar, scheduling meetings, court dates, and deadlines, ensuring that all appointments are executed smoothly and efficiently.
• Drafting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence, ensuring all materials are accurate and professionally presented.
• Conducting legal research, summarizing laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities for use in legal proceedings.
• Liaising with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintaining an organized filing system of all important case documents and related information.
• Assisting in the preparation of billing and budget reports, tracking billable hours, and ensuring timely submission of invoices.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, or in a similar role within the legal industry.
• Profound knowledge of litigation support, legal procedures, protocols, and court systems.
• Exceptional calendaring skills, with the ability to manage multiple schedules and deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and legal research software.

Pay

$60,000 - $80,000 per hour