What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant - Am Law Firm position at Jobot?
Am Law 100 Firm!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeana Patel
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Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 per year
A bit about us:
An Am Law 100 law firm is seeking a senior practice assistant to support 5 litigation attorneys in the Dallas Office. The firm offers an amazing benefits package, a supportive environment, and a highly competitive compensation package.
Why join us?
Hybrid schedule
Competitive benefits and compensation
Work life balance
Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Practice Assistant for our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, from intake through trial. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their career in the legal industry, working closely with a team of skilled attorneys and paralegals to help our clients achieve their goals.
Responsibilities:
As a Senior Practice Assistant, you will play a critical role in our team. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
2. Managing calendars, tracking litigation deadlines, and ensuring all deadlines are met in a timely manner.
3. Assisting attorneys with time entry, billing, and expense reports.
4. Coordinating and scheduling meetings, depositions, hearings, and trials.
5. Maintaining organized and up-to-date case files.
6. Conducting legal research and preparing reports as directed by attorneys.
7. Acting as a liaison between attorneys, clients, experts, witnesses, and other parties.
8. Providing general administrative support to the legal team, including answering phones, filing, copying, and scanning documents.
Qualifications:
To be considered for the Senior Practice Assistant position, you must possess the following qualifications:
1. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, preferably in litigation.
2. Proficiency in drafting and formatting litigation documents.
3. Strong experience with calendaring litigation deadlines and managing attorney schedules.
4. Experience with attorney time entry and billing procedures.
5. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Proficiency in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
9. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
10. Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education is a plus.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team, where you will have the chance to develop your skills and contribute to our continued success. If you are a dedicated, proactive, and professional individual with a strong background in the legal field, we would love to hear from you.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeana Patel
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 per year
A bit about us:
An Am Law 100 law firm is seeking a senior practice assistant to support 5 litigation attorneys in the Dallas Office. The firm offers an amazing benefits package, a supportive environment, and a highly competitive compensation package.
Why join us?
Hybrid schedule
Competitive benefits and compensation
Work life balance
Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Practice Assistant for our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, from intake through trial. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their career in the legal industry, working closely with a team of skilled attorneys and paralegals to help our clients achieve their goals.
Responsibilities:
As a Senior Practice Assistant, you will play a critical role in our team. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
2. Managing calendars, tracking litigation deadlines, and ensuring all deadlines are met in a timely manner.
3. Assisting attorneys with time entry, billing, and expense reports.
4. Coordinating and scheduling meetings, depositions, hearings, and trials.
5. Maintaining organized and up-to-date case files.
6. Conducting legal research and preparing reports as directed by attorneys.
7. Acting as a liaison between attorneys, clients, experts, witnesses, and other parties.
8. Providing general administrative support to the legal team, including answering phones, filing, copying, and scanning documents.
Qualifications:
To be considered for the Senior Practice Assistant position, you must possess the following qualifications:
1. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, preferably in litigation.
2. Proficiency in drafting and formatting litigation documents.
3. Strong experience with calendaring litigation deadlines and managing attorney schedules.
4. Experience with attorney time entry and billing procedures.
5. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Proficiency in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
9. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
10. Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education is a plus.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team, where you will have the chance to develop your skills and contribute to our continued success. If you are a dedicated, proactive, and professional individual with a strong background in the legal field, we would love to hear from you.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Benefits:
401K, Employee Events, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Schedules, Free Food and Coffee, Game Rooms, Life Insurance, Maternity/Paternity Paid Leave, Medical, Dental and Vision, On Site Cafeteria, Paid Holidays, Paid sick days, Parking , Performance bonus, Professional Development, Retirement / Pension Plans, Vacation/paid time off, Work From Home
About the Company:
Jobot
Company Size:
500 to 999 employees
Industry:
Legal Services
Founded:
2018
Website:
https://jobot.com/
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