Job Description

The Litigation Legal Assistant handles complex and specialized administrative and clerical support activities related to the specific work assigned by Attorneys. This person MUST have previous, in-depth experience handling, processing and troubleshooting confidential and sealed filings for State and Federal Courts.

Responsibilities:

• Perform initial conflict checks and open/close client matters and prepare engagement letters
• Prepare, revise and proofread various pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, motions, briefs at the Federal, State and local levels
• Correspond and communicate with courts, clients, witnesses, experts and opposing counsel regarding hearings, depositions, trials and various meetings.
• Assist with the assembly, production and tracking of discovery requests and responses
• Create and maintain client and administrative files
• Monitor case deadlines and work with the Docket Department to ensure deadlines are entered and met
• Maintin Attorney's calendars by scheduling appointments, meeting invites, video conferences, conference room requests, and lunches
• Enter and review Attorney's billable time
• Coordinate travel arrangements and track travel expenses for timely reimbursement

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting 3-4 busy litigation Attorneys in a law firm setting
• Recently handled confidential filings and filings under seal
• A highschool diploma
• Experience with InTapp Time/Open, Chrome River Expense Reporting, Aderant, Interaction or iManage is a plus.

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