Legal Assistant - Litigation

Responsibilities

• Assist with editing and proofreading correspondence, contracts, agreements, and other complex legal documents.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain weekly time records.
• Set up and maintain current files, including classifying, arranging, and storing information.
• Perform e-filing in state and federal courts and other applicable agencies.
• Monitor and facilitate daily workflow, including scheduling meetings, calendar management, and processing expense reimbursements.
• Maintain emails and documents within the Document Management System (DMS).
• Act as a liaison between attorneys and office service departments such as Accounting, IT, and Docketing.
• Provide exceptional client service by greeting guests and interacting professionally with clients.

Requirements

• 3+ years of legal administrative support experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with DMS/iManage Desksite.
• Experience with Aderant or LMS+.
• Strong document proofreading skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to e-file in state and federal courts.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (Salary range: $28.51/hr – $37.50/hr).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• 401K and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Bonus opportunities.

About the Company

Taft is a full-service law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys and over 2,000 team members. We operate with a collaborative approach and a "Client First" philosophy, utilizing advanced technological resources to help our clients succeed.