Legal Secretary

Fisher & Phillips LLP•Dallas, TX

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support attorneys and help ensure the smooth operation of services. The role contributes to exceptional client service in a professional, dynamic environment that uses advanced technology. The position is based in Dallas and is hybrid after 90 days.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least five years of experience as a legal secretary.
Experience with Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Aderant Milana, and Concur.
Knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in a Litigation Department, including the ability to mark and generate a table of contents and table of authorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), document management systems, time entry, e-filing, and database software.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred, but not required.
E-filing knowledge.

Responsibilities

Format briefs, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
File legal documents with state and federal courts; e-filing knowledge is a plus.
Proofread documents for accuracy and completeness before distribution or filing.
Update and maintain client files.
Maintain attorney calendars using Outlook and Aderant Milana, including scheduling appointments and calendaring due dates.
Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
Enter, review, and revise timekeeper timesheets, including identifying litigation codes when applicable.
Prepare attorney reimbursements and mileage.
Provide friendly and helpful telephone support for assigned attorneys and provide receptionist relief as needed.
Review vendor invoices for accuracy; prepare check requests and submit invoices for payment to clients or accounting in a timely manner.
Participate in the timely review and submission of pre-bills and/or client bills.