Legal Secretary

Technical requirements include:

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint);

Advanced knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, including bates labeling, splitting and combining PDF documents, optimizing and reducing PDF files,etc.;

Advanced knowledge of e-filing systems and procedures in state and federal courts;

Experience and knowledge working with file-sharing tools to share documents;

Experience with and a good understanding of the litigation process, as it pertains to the role of a legal assistant;

Knowledge of the technology and processes required to assist attorneys with timekeeping, billing, and other administrative tasks;

Experience working with electronic document management systems; and

The ability and willingness to quickly adapt to and learn new technology, as needed.

Administrative Requirements include:

Entering conflicts checks and opening client files;

Assisting attorneys with scheduling, calendaring, and planning business travel;

Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and other third parties at the direction of the attorneys;

Managing the electronic case files;

Calendaring and docketing litigation deadlines;

Assisting attorneys with time entries;

Preparing attorney and office expenses;

Processing payment of vender invoices; and

Assisting with general office duties.