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Legal Administrative Assistant

Legal Administrative Assistant

Forrest SolutionsCharlotte, NC, US
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Our client is a leading full-service AmLaw 200 firm with over 30 practice areas. They are seeking a temporary Legal Administrative Assistant to support three commercial litigation attorneys onsite in Charlotte, NC. This contract is estimated to run until February with a possibility for extension.

Responsibilities :

  • Assists with serving of court documents by mail or electronically, and tracking of service
  • Proofreads and reviews motions, briefs and other court papers prior to filing.
  • Drafts letters as well as other correspondence and memos.
  • Electronic and physical file management daily.
  • Creates and organizes materials for hearings, such as casebooks and briefing binders.
  • Manage calendars, organize and schedule external and internal meetings, teleconferences, maintain diary for court dates and follow-up reminders.
  • Open, maintain and close client files.
  • Handle client contact, both via phone, email, and in-person.
  • Maintain attorney credit card reconciliations, time entry, and other internal procedures.

Requirements :

  • Deep understanding of litigation practices, commercial litigation and real estate experience is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of NC Court system rules and procedures and Federal Court rules and procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability with complex court filings, in both paper and electronic (e-filing) formats.
  • Support with discovery, including document production.
  • Proactive work style and analytical skills : able to read, review, verify and route correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
  • Strong production skills with ability to produce accurate work product when formatting documents, inputting data, editing, copying, scanning and transmitting text, data and graphics.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in grammar and spelling.
  • Excellent client service skills with proven record of building effective relationships with both internal and external clients.
  • Ability to fluently navigate various electronic databases and document management systems.
  • Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe), Internet research skills, and document management systems, Job Description with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills.
  • Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities with close attention to detail.

    • Qualifying Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in legal support.
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