What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant - Litigation position at Verrill Dana?
Verrill is actively reviewing resumes for a Legal Assistant position in our Portland, Maine office. As one of New England’s top full-service law firms, we are interested in hiring talented individuals to join our team. Verrill offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a flexible work environment in which our employees can grow and prosper both professionally and personally.
This role is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting attorneys in our Litigation Practice Group. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, eFiling and docketing, typing and revising legal documents and correspondence, proofreading, maintaining files (paper and electronic), calendaring and tracking deadlines, conducting online and general research, answering the telephone, assisting clients, and responding promptly with the ability to successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with litigation experience including the responsibilities outlined above. The successful candidate will produce high quality work in a timely and professional manner, while providing exceptional client service and team support. The ideal applicant will have impeccable attention to detail, strong organization skills, advanced computer skills (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and a general knowledge of both state and federal trial court processes and procedures. Applicants should have proven project management skills, the ability to prioritize tasks successfully, and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Need help applying? Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team.
Verrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
