Legal Assistant Paralegal - Litigation

Legal Assistant

Our valued client is seeking a Legal Assistant in Raleigh to support a group of attorneys within the Litigation practice group through the performance of complex secretarial, administrative, and substantive legal duties under the supervision and direction of the attorneys.

Prepare documents by formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing, and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.

Knowledge of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.

Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and scan documents.

Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate workspaces / folders in FileSite and paper file.

Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, meetings and travel arrangements.

Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.

Request reimbursement for attorneys through ChromeRiver and for client costs through Accounts Payable.

Flexibility to work OT as driven by Litigation practice needs.

At least 5 years secretarial experience in a law firm environment is preferred, including experience with e-filing in federal or state courts.

Strong knowledge of and ability to apply office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and PDF.

Working knowledge of legal practices, terminology, documents and court procedures.

Flexible, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities from multiple sources.

Excellent typing, spelling, grammar, proofreading, transcription and general clerical skills.

prepare legal correspondence and documents; Ability to operate standard office equipment, including personal computer, copier, multi-function printers, facsimile, and telephone.

A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. Performance Measures :

The Legal Assistant will be evaluated by the attorneys in the work group and the Office Manager based upon, but not limited, to the following performance criteria :

Ability to perform responsibilities as outlined above, both in terms of the quality and quantity of work.

Expertise with available software and technology tools, understanding of secretarial and office procedures; equipment; legal terminology; Adherence to office policies and procedures.

To Apply :

If you are interested in being considered for an onsite interview with our client, we welcome you to submit your resume and application today.