Job Title: Litigation Secretary
Job Responsibilities:
- Formatting legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and correspondence.
- Filing legal documents with state and federal courts, requiring e-filing knowledge.
- Regular proofreading of documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
- Updating and maintaining client files.
- Managing attorney calendars using Outlook and CompuLaw, including scheduling appointments and calendaring due dates.
- Organizing and coordinating travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
- Accurately entering, reviewing, and revising timekeeper timesheets, ensuring consistent identification of litigation codes when applicable.
- Preparing attorney reimbursements and mileage reports.
- Providing friendly and helpful telephone support for assigned attorneys and receptionist relief.
- Reviewing vendor invoices for accuracy, preparing check requests, and submitting invoices for payment to clients or accounting.
- Participating in the review and submission of pre-bills and/or client bills.
Education and Experience Information:
- Minimum of a high school diploma required; a college degree is preferred but not required.
- A minimum of five years of experience as a legal secretary is required.
- Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, CompuLaw, and Concur is necessary.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in the Litigation Department, including the ability to mark and generate tables of contents and tables of authorities.
- Strong computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Document Management Systems, Time Entry, e-filing, and database software.
Salary Information:
- The hourly rate range for this position is - .
- Actual base pay within this range will be determined by factors such as location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.
Why Join Us:
- Law firm recognizes exceptional talent as the foundation of its success, offering a professional and dynamic environment with cutting-edge technology.
- Leadership is committed to fostering professional growth and providing meaningful challenges.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays.
- Emphasis on well-being with 24/7 telehealth services, wellness programs, and additional optional benefits to support unique lifestyles.
- Workplace values health, happiness, and continued professional development.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Law firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.
Additional Information:
- Statements in the position description are not all-inclusive; additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary.
- Relocation costs are not covered.
- Only direct applicants are accepted; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered.
- No phone inquiries, please.
