Case Assistant - entry-level, law firm

Job Description

IP&T Litigation Case Assistant

Washington, DC

Hybrid work schedule 3 days in the office, 2 days remote

$50,000 – $60,000 with paid overtime and bonus

One of the world’s largest and most prestigious law firms with offices worldwide seeks a hard-working entry-level Case Assistant to join their busy IP&T Practice Group.

The Firm is currently recruiting a full-time IP&T Litigation Case Assistant based in our Washington, D.C. office. This position will support the local IP&T Litigation Practitioners and the national IP&T Litigation Practice Group. This position will report to the Practice Management Senior Director and Practice Support Administrator.

Responsibilities

Locate pertinent court rules and comprehension of same.

Basic proficiency in cite-checking briefs and general Bluebook knowledge.

Proficiency in electronic filing of pleadings in Federal Courts and State Courts.

Demonstrated ability to perform searches in standard litigation-related applications such as Relativity.

Preparation of deposition summaries.

Review, organize, and summarize documents, including coding and Bates stamping.

Review and summarize facts from case-related documents and create chronologies.

Travel to courts, libraries, offices, hospitals, and other places to obtain and review documents, records, and case files and travel on all case matters.

Assist with drafting pleadings, discovery requests, responses to discovery requests, and subpoenas.

Draft general correspondence.

Perform factual research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, the Internet, and other available resources.

Assist paralegals and attorneys in deposition preparation and trial preparation.

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required.

Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Desire to work in a legal environment.

Must have excellent communication and work in a team environment.

Must have the ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

Must be able to interact and work productively with all levels of firm staff.

Professional demeanor, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills are essential.

Ability to work independently yet display good judgment about when to seek guidance or request help. Keeps group well informed on the status of significant projects with timelines.

Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents.

Ability to meet minimum billable hourly requirements.

Ability to lift boxes to 25 lbs. and to transport files, documents, and office supplies throughout the office.

Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite & PDF creation tool(s) is required.

Excellent client service, ability to work overtime and travel as needed.

Benefits

35-hour workweek

The overall well-being of their team is essential, and generous benefits help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.

Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits.

Generous paid time off – 21 paid days your first year/ 29 paid days off after your first year/ 10 paid holidays per year

Paid leave options, including parental.

In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Robust well-being classes and programs.

Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Company Description

Bonnie Jones Associates, L.L.C. is your source for finding and filling permanent financial, accounting, administrative, legal, executive assistant, accounting and HR positions. Our professional staff matches the right candidate with the right employer and we take a lot of pride in that responsibility. Bonnie Jones Associates, L.L.C. has over eighty years of combined recruiting experience.

Our commitment to you is that we will work very hard to find you the right match. Our hope is that you will be very happy that you have chosen to work with us and that you feel we have done a good job for you. Please browse our web site, and contact us so that we can make a happy match for you!