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Law Firm
Legal Staff
Litigation - General (consumer)
Min 2 yrs required
Legal Assistant Duties: Provides excellent client service. Draft standard pleadings, correspondence, memoranda and other documents. Typing, transcribing, word processing, mail and contact management in all of the firm’s systems and databases. Accurately files court documents both electronically and in document form and able to determine and follow any local or judge specific requirements related to same. Receive, record and disseminate all information on behalf of the clients and assigned attorneys (e.g., mail, interoffice mail, email, etc.). Regularly anticipates the needs of assigned attorneys in order to promote timekeeper efficiencies (i.e., drafts correspondence, prepares shell pleading and discovery documents in advance). Routinely reviews and follows-up on client deadlines and calendar appointments. Coordinates and makes necessary arrangements for meetings (i.e., depositions, mediations, interviews, and vendor and facility reservations). Regularly and consistently updates client files, notebooks, and pleading indices. Maintains attorney specific case lists, charts, and status of cases and outcomes. Consistently updates all applicable contact records (including attorney’s outlook and firm database). Timely reviews, follows-up on, and accurately files client-related emails. Juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and timely seeks assistance when needed. Performs e-filings, prepare pleadings notebooks, update indexes and prepare exhibits. Maintain and organize files in an orderly manner. Timely reviews and ensures accuracy of vendor invoices; prepares accurate check requests and timely submits invoices for payment to client or accounting.
Qualification and Experience
Requirements: 2+ years' professional experience. Working knowledge of litigation process and experience with court and agency rules including filing requirements. Knowledge of client-specific billing guidelines and restrictions and consistently applies those guidelines to ensure cost-effective practice. Exhibits sound judgment and organizational skills.
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