Legal Support Specialist

About the role

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Litigation team as Legal Support Specialist located in our Dallas office. We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our Dallas office, on an onsite basis with an option to work remotely one day a week.

Position Summary

The Legal Support Specialist provides advanced administrative support to attorneys engaged in complex litigation matters. This role requires expertise in litigation procedures, document management, and case preparation from onset through post-trial. Extensive experience in litigation support and proficiency with relevant software are essential. This candidate should be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates multi-document filings in Federal, Circuit and State courts, including E-filings.
• Drafts and files legal documents such as briefs, complaints, motions, subpoenas, and summonses utilizing firm templates and attorney-provided information.
• Supports the discovery process by preparing for depositions, drafting, and responding to written discovery requests, and assisting with expert discovery preparation.
• Manages and conducts document reviews; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results.
• Assists with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks