Legal Secretary

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm who faithfully serves our clients with more than 1100 attorneys, across 44 offices in the United States and one in London. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 53rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Legal Secretary in Louisville

Are you an experienced legal secretary looking to join a fast-paced team? Wilson Elser, a top defense litigation law firm with over 1100 attorneys, is currently seeking a Legal Secretary for their Louisville office. This role offers hybrid opportunities and is perfect for those seeking to expand their careers in a professional and dynamic environment.

About Wilson Elser

Founded in 1978, Wilson Elser is a full-service law firm known for its commitment to providing exceptional legal services to clients across the United States and London. With 44 offices and over 1100 attorneys, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch defense litigation services. Our firm has been recognized by The American Lawyer as one of the top 200 law firms and ranked 53rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms.

Job Description

We are looking for a Legal Secretary with at least 3 years of Defense Litigation experience, with insurance defense experience being a plus. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes, as well as familiarity with drafting, preparing, and formatting pleadings. Experience with filing briefs, TOC, and TOA is also desirable. Knowledge of State and Federal court procedures and rules, as well as experience filing documents in both courts, is necessary. Experience with discrimination claims, civil litigation, and trials is a plus.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work in a team-based setting with other legal secretaries, supporting a group of attorneys. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Outlook, Excel) and strong time management skills are also required. The candidate should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable engaging with firm attorneys on a daily basis. We are looking for someone who is open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks.

Responsibilities

- Draft and send routine correspondence/emails
- Process daily incoming and outgoing mail
- Draft and file documents with the Secretary of State
- Search and retrieve information from court-related databases
- Prepare legal filings: format documents, pull exhibits, proofread and redact documents
- E-file court filings in various courts; preparing Notices of Removal
- Document management and organization
- Communicate with experts including preparing expert materials
- Prepare cover letters for attorney bills, schedule conferences, depositions, and maintain attorney calendars
- Manage bills for third party vendors: process check requests and follow up with accounting

Why Join Wilson Elser?

- Excellent Benefits
- Generous PTO plan
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
- Corporate Discount Plans

If you are interested in joining our team, please send your credentials to with "Louisville Legal Secretary" in the subject line.

We are committed to creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In Summary:

- Wilson Elser, a leading defense litigation law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for their Louisville office.
- This role offers hybrid opportunities and is perfect for legal professionals looking to expand their careers in a fast-paced environment.
- Founded in 1978, Wilson Elser has over 1100 attorneys and is ranked among the top 200 law firms by The American Lawyer.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of Defense Litigation experience, with insurance defense experience being a plus.
- Knowledge of litigation procedures and processes, as well as familiarity with drafting and filing documents, is necessary.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office, are required.
- Responsibilities include drafting correspondence, filing documents, managing bills, and communicating with experts and attorneys.
- Wilson Elser offers excellent benefits, generous PTO, and opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Interested candidates should send their credentials to with "Louisville Legal Secretary" in the subject line.
- The firm is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, free of discrimination or harassment.

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Excellent Benefits, Generous PTO plan, Corporate Discount Plans

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Drafting, Preparing, Formatting, Pleadings, Filing Briefs, TOC, TOA, State and Federal Court Procedures, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Communication, Document Management, Organizational Skills, E-filing, Expert Communication, Billing, Conference Scheduling, Calendar Management

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Send credentials to with "Louisville Legal Secretary" in the subject line

Qualification and Experience 3+ years Defense Litigation experience, Prior experience with litigation procedures and processes, Familiarity with State and Federal court procedures and rules, Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010, Strong communication skills, Open to taking on new responsibilities

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