Legal Secretary
About The Position
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Louisville Office. This position is in-office 5 days a week. This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.
Requirements
- 3+ years Defense Litigation experience and/or insurance defense experience a plus
- Must have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes
- Must be familiar with drafting, preparing, and formatting of pleadings
- Must have familiarity with State and Federal court procedures and rules, and experience filing documents in both courts
- Ability to work in a team-based setting with other Legal Secretaries supporting a group of attorneys
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
- Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office 2013 (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the expectation of engaging daily with firm attorneys
- Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks
Responsibilities
- Draft and send routine correspondence
- Prepare legal filings: format documents, pull exhibits, proofread and redact documents
- E-file court filings in various courts
- Open new matters / process matters for closing
- Document management and organization
- Schedule conferences and depositions, maintain attorney calendars
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
