Legal Secretary

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our high-performing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional passionate about the legal industry.

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 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.

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for a seasoned professional who is passionate about the legal industry and is looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• $60,000 - $80,000 per hour salary
• Career growth
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)

A bit about us: Founded in 1974, we are a prominent American law firm and the first in U.S. history to establish offices in all 50 states. We employ more than 1,800 attorneys across over 85 offices.

Why join us? Ability to work for a large firm, career growth, medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.