Legal Practice Specialist

Overview

Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking a Legal Practice Specialist for the Litigation Department on the Environmental and Product Regulation Team in our Winston-Salem office. This position will be part of a team providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. Kilpatrick values teamwork, and is committed to its employees, values and the community.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, coordinate, and manage work assignments, working closely with the team to meet the support needs of the timekeepers
• Utilize available firm resources, including the Resource Center, Research and Information Services, Marketing, Records, Mail and Copy Services, New Business Intake and Finance
• Provide quality control and deadline management
• Assist other support members on the team to complete timekeeper requests
• Create, revise, format and edit documents, briefs and correspondence to requested specifications
• Proofread and redline documents, correspondence and memoranda to ensure accuracy and quality control of copy, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Manage mailings, client contacts and update appropriate databases
• Prepare reports, tables and Excel documents as requested
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations as requested
• Perform routine filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, compiling and distributing of documents
• Assist attorneys with various billing tasks and processes, such as time entry and edits, review and / or editing proformas, and gathering appropriate documentation for inclusion in final invoices to clients
• Assist with calendar coordination, including availability of attendees and conference rooms, meeting notifications and reminders, and preparation of meeting materials
• Coordinate travel arrangements for timekeepers' off-site meetings and events as needed
• Process expense reimbursements and credit card statement reconciliations in the accounting system
• Manage paper and electronic files, including setup, maintenance and organization, in compliance with policies and procedures
• Update and locate files and documentation, correspondence and emails in a timely manner
• Prepare binders and hard copy materials as requested
• Open new clients and matters following New Business Intake and Records Department procedures as needed
• Prepare conflict of interest forms
• Assist timekeepers with Marketing and Business Development functions
• Process closing of matters and transmittal of physical files to Records Center for retention
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge / Skills Required

Required :

Preferred :

Employment Details

This is a full-time, regular position with a multi-faceted health benefit package including medical, dental, and vision. The firm also offers life insurance, short-term disability plans, and retirement plans in addition to holidays and paid time off. The firm offers hybrid work schedules combining in-office workdays as well as remote workdays. The pay range for this position in Winston-Salem only is $29.03 to $43.49 per hour.

EEO / Additional Info

Selected applicants will be contacted. Kilpatrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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