Legal Secretary

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary with substantial litigation experience to join our detail-oriented services team in Clevland, OH. This is a Contract-to-Permanent position, offering the opportunity to grow within a dynamic legal environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in commercial transportation and insurance defense, along with strong organizational and technical skills.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare and handle court filings, including e-filing, to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Manage and maintain calendars for attorneys, including scheduling meetings, court dates, and deadlines.
• Draft and format legal documents and correspondence based on dictation or attorney instructions.
• Coordinate and support litigation processes, particularly in commercial transportation and insurance defense cases.
• Conduct research and compile information to assist attorneys in case preparation.
• Maintain and organize case files and legal records for easy accessibility.
• Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all procedural rules and deadlines in litigation matters.
• Provide administrative support, including handling phone calls, emails, and office tasks.
• Assist with document management and retrieval during legal proceedings.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in litigation, with a focus on commercial transportation and insurance defense.
• Proficiency in e-filing and court filing procedures.
• Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling.
• Experience with dictation and document preparation.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A detail-oriented approach to legal and administrative tasks.
• Familiarity with legal processes and procedural requirements.