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Job ID#: 30298
Downtown Regional Defense firm is actively interviewing for a Legal Assistant to help manage a busy docket. Insurance Defense experience needed.
Hybrid schedule is an option after 90 days.
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of three (3) years of full-time experience as a legal assistant. Candidates must be self motivated, committed to excellence in the workplace, and have excellent attention to detail. Candidates must also have demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast paced professional environment. Candidates must also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be proficient in the use of MS Office and database applications such as IManage.
Responsibilities
- Maintain attorney calendars and schedules; working with court staff to obtain hearing dates and trial schedules.
- Drafting documents such as pleadings, discovery and correspondence.
- Electronic filing/e-service of pleadings and discovery.
- Prepare responsive production documents to discovery and/or subpoenas.
- Correspond with expert witnesses and research the same using Westlaw.
- Assist attorneys in preparation of hearings and depositions.
- Summarize records and reports such as depositions, medical records, internal documents and incoming discovery.
- Maintain organized and thorough documentation for every case.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- Minimum three (3) years' of experience as a legal assistant.
- Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate preferred.
- Trial preparation experience is preferred.
