McDermott Will & Schulte
Legal Practice Specialist - Litigation
McDermott Will & Schulte, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Legal Practice Specialist - Litigation at
McDermott Will & Schulte . McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm with 1,750+ lawyers and 3,200+ business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by multiple publications. The firm supports your career both in and outside the office. Responsibilities
Support attorneys in all aspects of trial preparation, including handling logistics, organizing exhibits, preparing hearing binders, and providing on-site assistance at trial. Draft, edit, proofread, and redline documents (agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets, and presentations) and correspondence, ensuring accuracy, grammar and formatting. Proactively manage monthly client billing by reviewing and editing prebills; liaise with the billing department to ensure compliance with client billing guidelines and timely invoices. Oversee attorney expense reports and vendor invoices through to completion, ensuring complete documentation and prompt submission. Manage attorney Outlook email and calendars as requested, including reminders of responses needed and upcoming deadlines. Organize and maintain attorney contacts and calendars, travel logistics (flights, hotel, etc.). Input, review, edit, and revise attorney time entries to ensure accuracy and timely submission. Coordinate meeting logistics (scheduling, reserving conference rooms, equipment, and catering), prepare presentation materials, and greet visitors. Establish and maintain paper and electronic files in compliance with Firm policies using the Document Management System. Manage client intake, including generating conflict inquiries, opening new matters, and preparing engagement letters. Maintain client and prospective client information in the CRM system. Delegate administrative tasks to support teams to maximize productive use of time; remind attorneys of deadlines and obligations. Pull and organize docket filings, monitor dockets for relevant pleadings, and conduct docket searches; communicate with the court regarding scheduling hearings and other administrative matters. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. At least three (3) years of litigation experience. Active Notary commission preferred; willingness to obtain if not currently held. Knowledge of PACER and CM/ECF, and other relevant litigation applications is preferred. Knowledge of court rules and civil procedures in State and Federal jurisdictions, including electronic filing. Knowledge of trial procedures including managing databases, filing in various jurisdictions, and other aspects of trial preparation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word). Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional demeanor and presentation. Strong client service skills with high standards of work product; ability to exceed client and Firm expectations. Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Ability to work under tight deadlines, prioritize responsibilities, and exercise good judgment with initiative and follow-up. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; willingness to travel as needed to support trial activities. Work Environment & Physical Demands
Typical indoor office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physical demands: ability to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear; occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
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Legal Practice Specialist - Litigation at
McDermott Will & Schulte . McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm with 1,750+ lawyers and 3,200+ business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by multiple publications. The firm supports your career both in and outside the office. Responsibilities
Support attorneys in all aspects of trial preparation, including handling logistics, organizing exhibits, preparing hearing binders, and providing on-site assistance at trial. Draft, edit, proofread, and redline documents (agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets, and presentations) and correspondence, ensuring accuracy, grammar and formatting. Proactively manage monthly client billing by reviewing and editing prebills; liaise with the billing department to ensure compliance with client billing guidelines and timely invoices. Oversee attorney expense reports and vendor invoices through to completion, ensuring complete documentation and prompt submission. Manage attorney Outlook email and calendars as requested, including reminders of responses needed and upcoming deadlines. Organize and maintain attorney contacts and calendars, travel logistics (flights, hotel, etc.). Input, review, edit, and revise attorney time entries to ensure accuracy and timely submission. Coordinate meeting logistics (scheduling, reserving conference rooms, equipment, and catering), prepare presentation materials, and greet visitors. Establish and maintain paper and electronic files in compliance with Firm policies using the Document Management System. Manage client intake, including generating conflict inquiries, opening new matters, and preparing engagement letters. Maintain client and prospective client information in the CRM system. Delegate administrative tasks to support teams to maximize productive use of time; remind attorneys of deadlines and obligations. Pull and organize docket filings, monitor dockets for relevant pleadings, and conduct docket searches; communicate with the court regarding scheduling hearings and other administrative matters. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. At least three (3) years of litigation experience. Active Notary commission preferred; willingness to obtain if not currently held. Knowledge of PACER and CM/ECF, and other relevant litigation applications is preferred. Knowledge of court rules and civil procedures in State and Federal jurisdictions, including electronic filing. Knowledge of trial procedures including managing databases, filing in various jurisdictions, and other aspects of trial preparation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word). Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional demeanor and presentation. Strong client service skills with high standards of work product; ability to exceed client and Firm expectations. Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Ability to work under tight deadlines, prioritize responsibilities, and exercise good judgment with initiative and follow-up. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; willingness to travel as needed to support trial activities. Work Environment & Physical Demands
Typical indoor office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physical demands: ability to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear; occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
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