Legal Assistant

Kaempfer Crowell LTD • Reno, NV

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Kaempfer Crowell is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join their Litigation and Administrative Practice Group in the Reno office. This role provides high-quality administrative support to attorneys, professionals, clients, and others as needed to ensure the smooth operation of litigation and administrative matters. The position requires maintaining a positive and high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required and at least three years of recent successful relevant experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal in Nevada.
• Familiarity with Nevada and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and local court rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic filing systems and procedures in Nevada state and federal courts.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to quickly changing priorities.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms, and legal practice management software including LMS, Compulaw, and Sharepoint.
• Keen understanding of litigation practice in Nevada courts.
• Knowledge of laws and legal codes.
• Perform essential job functions with a high level of accuracy, completeness and legal compliance.
• Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative, team environment with employees at all levels within the Firm.
• Able to correctly interpret, explain and apply policies and procedures.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and precisely.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Fully understand and follow verbal and written directions and instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, high attention to detail and able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide effective client service and public relations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications: Work, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Teams.
• Experience using legal systems and software platforms.
• Able to work in office on Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
• Must be a bonded Nevada notary with a current and valid appointment. Willing to provide notary bond information to the Firm upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with filings and procedures before the Nevada Division of Water Resources and other state administrative agencies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage court filings, including e-filing in state (including justice court) and federal courts, including the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for multiple attorneys with fast-paced litigation and administrative practices.
• Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery responses as well as other legal documents.
• Maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly organized and up to date.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and client meetings, coordinating with courts and opposing counsel as needed.
• Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, government agencies, and opposing counsel.
• Maintain, organize, and manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and other submissions.
• Support attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials.
• Assist in preparing trial materials, including exhibits and witness lists.
• Provide general support, including answering phones, managing mail, and greeting clients.
• Organize and maintain documents in both paper and electronic filing systems.
• Manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance in the office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities for annual pay increases and performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage with significant employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Health Savings Accounts and a 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching contributions.
• Covered parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED