Legal Staff Paralegal in Cleveland, OH

Law Firm

Cleveland, OH

Legal Staff Paralegal in Cleveland, OH

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Legal Assistant - Litigation

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, embodying a "Client First" philosophy to enhance client service.
- Exhibit outstanding client service orientation by greeting guests, responding to work requests, scheduling meetings, and conducting telephone conferences.
- Offer proactive administrative support specifically for Litigation attorneys and paralegals, with flexibility to assist in other practice areas as needed.
- Maintain a strong attention to detail and uphold strict confidentiality of matters and information.
- Respond to requests with urgency, effectively prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
- Interact professionally with court personnel, attorneys, and staff to obtain and provide data, answer questions, and resolve problems.
- Prepare and review letters and memoranda according to law firm standards using word processing and document management systems.
- Proactively monitor deadlines and process requests for payment and reimbursements.
- Create, maintain, and retire files in accordance with the law firm's Information Governance Policy.
- Assist in managing client contacts, emails, and print documents, as well as processing mail.
- Communicate clearly and concisely in a professional manner.
- Transcribe dictation and file documents with courts electronically.
- Draft documents and filings.

Education and Experience:
- A minimum of 5+ years of Litigation legal assisting experience in a law firm or other legal setting is required.
- Education beyond high school or coursework related to the legal industry is preferred.
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex documents such as pleadings and other documents related to a litigation matter.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required.
- Familiarity with Kofax/Nuance, InTapp, LMS+, iManage, or equivalent programs is preferred.
- Understanding of the litigation process and general court operations.
- Ability to read and identify pleadings and other documents related to a litigation matter.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to reason and apply common sense understanding to resolve problems and carry out instructions furnished verbally or in writing.
- Willingness and ability to occasionally work more than 40 hours per week.

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Jun 25, 2025
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