No relocation / hybrid / Law Firm
Responsibilities :
- Maintain attorney(s) calendar book and tickler system
- Schedule meetings experts attorneys and co-counsel and schedule court appearances
- Review and re-index mail in OnBase for review and action by attorney and calendaring
- Compose correspondence and memos to request or provide information
- Contact clients to obtain desired information as requested by attorneys
- Maintain electronic confidential legal files and ensure that each file is organized and documented regarding activity
- Prepare discovery pre-trial and trial documents for filing with court
- Schedule calendars and all discovery initiated by plaintiff(s) and defendant(s)
- Provide legal secretarial support on either short- or long-term assignments
- Answer and screen telephone calls
- Transcribe dictation including correspondence relating to litigation
- Assist and provide back up for other secretaries
- Maintain current knowledge of court rules
- Perform additional tasks
- Participate in department and company projects
Education and / or Experience :
High school diploma or GED7 years of defense trial litigation experience in a similar industry3 years recent California Civil litigation experienceTrial preparation experiences a mustGood organization and communication skillsThorough knowledge of court proceduresStrong initiative and ability to work independentlyComputer literate proficient in MS Word; knowledge of case management software; type 70 wpmBenefits :
Comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental vision life AD&D LTD 401(k) with employer match PTO and separate sick time and paid holidays
Key Skills
Diploma,ICT,Fire,Flash,ACCA,AV
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1