Litigation - Legal Assistant
About The Position
As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for performing duties utilizing legal terminology, procedures, and documents. May also conduct research to support a legal proceeding. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions: Draft and file legal documents such as trust wills or other related documents Prepare probate forms Assist with assessment of creditor claims and collection and liquidation of assets Maintain attorney’s calendar; coordinate mediation schedules Maintain databases of case materials and information Assist with maintenance of files, including individual case correspondence Act as point of contact when Attorney is unavailable; direct issues to Attorney Prepare correspondence as needed Open files and set up accordingly to ensure all appropriate documentation is included Close out files when appropriate Prepare bills and submit in a timely manner Assist with all other administrative needs including copying, filing, taking dictation, etc.
Requirements
- 2 years of experience in a legal support capacity
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Proficient in MS Office
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Strong organization, including managing an attorney calendar
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Resourceful, proactive & positive attitude
Nice To Haves
- 3-5 years of experience with trust and estate planning
- Associate in Paralegal Studies
Responsibilities
- Draft and file legal documents such as trust wills or other related documents
- Prepare probate forms
- Assist with assessment of creditor claims and collection and liquidation of assets
- Maintain attorney’s calendar; coordinate mediation schedules
- Maintain databases of case materials and information
- Assist with maintenance of files, including individual case correspondence
- Act as point of contact when Attorney is unavailable; direct issues to Attorney
- Prepare correspondence as needed
- Open files and set up accordingly to ensure all appropriate documentation is included
- Close out files when appropriate
- Prepare bills and submit in a timely manner
- Assist with all other administrative needs including copying, filing, taking dictation, etc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
