Palmer Legal Staffing
Litigation Legal Assistant
Palmer Legal Staffing, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
A national labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced litigation legal assistant for its D.C. office. The legal assistant provides direct support to a team of attorneys involved in employment-related litigation (DEFENSE) before administrative agencies and state and federal courts. The assistant supports the attorneys in delivering quality legal services to clients who perform complex and specialized legal tasks, working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. This role supports 1 Partner, 1 Counsel, and 1 Associate. This is a 40-hour per week, fully in-office position. The firm pays for parking/metro and bus transit. Candidates must have very strong litigation skills and at least 5 years of solid litigation experience. Status:
Direct Hire Salary:
Up to $93K DOE Duties and Responsibilities
Handles office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls; communicating with clients, court clerks, and outside vendors; responding to emails, and routinely reviewing and following up on client deadlines and calendar appointments Assists attorneys in all phases of the litigation discovery process; helps attorneys prepare for hearings, arbitrations, and trials. Performs Bates numbering and redacting, and e-filing documents with various state and federal courts Processes monthly expense reports, and upon request, accurately enters, reviews, and revises timekeeper time entries Accurately formats and proofreads legal documents for grammatical, typographical, or spelling errors, and completeness prior to distribution or filing Maintains and organizes physical and electronic files Exhibits good judgment and organizational skills to receive, record, and disseminate information on behalf of clients and assigned attorneys Coordinates meeting arrangements (i.e., arbitrations, depositions, mediations, etc.) Oversees the conflict check and client intake process for new matters Manages information related to attorney public speaking and training engagements Completes assigned tasks as expected, juggling multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and seeking assistance as needed Job Requirements
Applicants must be able to type at least 65 WPM A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus Minimum 5 years of solid DEFENSE litigation experience Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), time entry and e-Filing, and knowledge of an electronic document management system is preferred Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and strong writing/grammar skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times Maintains a positive, can-do attitude when dealing with clients, co-workers, and attorneys Proven organizational skills, high dependability, initiative, flexibility, resiliency, and a pleasant disposition are essential How To Apply
Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. About Us
Palmer is an award-winning staffing agency offering direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary placements for administrative, management, executive, legal and more. We represent more than 500 of the finest law firms and legal departments in the D.C. area. Palmer Google Reviews
= 4.7 stars; visit online to see what other Palmer candidates have to say about us. You are more than just a “number”! Visit www.plsdc.com and view our job board, contact a recruiter, link to our Facebook and LinkedIn pages. Compensation & Benefits
Vision insurance 401(k) Medical insurance Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal and Administrative Industries
Law Practice
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A national labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced litigation legal assistant for its D.C. office. The legal assistant provides direct support to a team of attorneys involved in employment-related litigation (DEFENSE) before administrative agencies and state and federal courts. The assistant supports the attorneys in delivering quality legal services to clients who perform complex and specialized legal tasks, working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. This role supports 1 Partner, 1 Counsel, and 1 Associate. This is a 40-hour per week, fully in-office position. The firm pays for parking/metro and bus transit. Candidates must have very strong litigation skills and at least 5 years of solid litigation experience. Status:
Direct Hire Salary:
Up to $93K DOE Duties and Responsibilities
Handles office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls; communicating with clients, court clerks, and outside vendors; responding to emails, and routinely reviewing and following up on client deadlines and calendar appointments Assists attorneys in all phases of the litigation discovery process; helps attorneys prepare for hearings, arbitrations, and trials. Performs Bates numbering and redacting, and e-filing documents with various state and federal courts Processes monthly expense reports, and upon request, accurately enters, reviews, and revises timekeeper time entries Accurately formats and proofreads legal documents for grammatical, typographical, or spelling errors, and completeness prior to distribution or filing Maintains and organizes physical and electronic files Exhibits good judgment and organizational skills to receive, record, and disseminate information on behalf of clients and assigned attorneys Coordinates meeting arrangements (i.e., arbitrations, depositions, mediations, etc.) Oversees the conflict check and client intake process for new matters Manages information related to attorney public speaking and training engagements Completes assigned tasks as expected, juggling multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and seeking assistance as needed Job Requirements
Applicants must be able to type at least 65 WPM A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus Minimum 5 years of solid DEFENSE litigation experience Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), time entry and e-Filing, and knowledge of an electronic document management system is preferred Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and strong writing/grammar skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times Maintains a positive, can-do attitude when dealing with clients, co-workers, and attorneys Proven organizational skills, high dependability, initiative, flexibility, resiliency, and a pleasant disposition are essential How To Apply
Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. About Us
Palmer is an award-winning staffing agency offering direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary placements for administrative, management, executive, legal and more. We represent more than 500 of the finest law firms and legal departments in the D.C. area. Palmer Google Reviews
= 4.7 stars; visit online to see what other Palmer candidates have to say about us. You are more than just a “number”! Visit www.plsdc.com and view our job board, contact a recruiter, link to our Facebook and LinkedIn pages. Compensation & Benefits
Vision insurance 401(k) Medical insurance Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal and Administrative Industries
Law Practice
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