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Legal Assistant - Litigation, Orlando
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Shutts & Bowen LLP . The following overview, responsibilities, and qualifications describe the essential duties and requirements for this position. Responsibilities
Experience working in a mid- to large-size firm and collaborating with various firm-wide departments in handling multiple responsibilities (e.g., case opening, conflicts checks, billing, training, records). Proficient knowledge of the rules of procedure and experience filing pleadings in Federal and State courts according to related requirements. Drafting and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with effective oral and written communication skills. Track firm, attorney, and client expenses; use application software to process reimbursements and payments. Participate in the client billing process: entering narratives, tracking billable tasks, making edits, calendaring billing due dates, and delivering bills to clients in electronic and paper forms. Schedule state court hearings in accordance with court requirements and manage deadlines to ensure the attorney and team meet them. Schedule client appointments in coordination with the attorney. Assist with knowledge of special events planning and coordination to organize attorney business development events. Manage electronic and paper case files; handle incoming and outgoing mail and other correspondence; answer, screen, direct, and respond to telephone calls and emails. Consistently deliver outstanding client service and high-quality work. Identify that the above description is not exhaustive; roles may include other duties to balance workload and cover peak periods. Education and Experience
Must have three to five years of law firm experience, preferably as a Litigation Legal Assistant with Federal and State court experience. Experience working with multiple attorneys required. Physical Demands
The position requires typing, keyboard use, and writing by hand; regular talking or listening; vision abilities including close and distance vision and color vision; and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance in the office is required. Shutts & Bowen LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
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Legal Assistant - Litigation, Orlando
role at
Shutts & Bowen LLP . The following overview, responsibilities, and qualifications describe the essential duties and requirements for this position. Responsibilities
Experience working in a mid- to large-size firm and collaborating with various firm-wide departments in handling multiple responsibilities (e.g., case opening, conflicts checks, billing, training, records). Proficient knowledge of the rules of procedure and experience filing pleadings in Federal and State courts according to related requirements. Drafting and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with effective oral and written communication skills. Track firm, attorney, and client expenses; use application software to process reimbursements and payments. Participate in the client billing process: entering narratives, tracking billable tasks, making edits, calendaring billing due dates, and delivering bills to clients in electronic and paper forms. Schedule state court hearings in accordance with court requirements and manage deadlines to ensure the attorney and team meet them. Schedule client appointments in coordination with the attorney. Assist with knowledge of special events planning and coordination to organize attorney business development events. Manage electronic and paper case files; handle incoming and outgoing mail and other correspondence; answer, screen, direct, and respond to telephone calls and emails. Consistently deliver outstanding client service and high-quality work. Identify that the above description is not exhaustive; roles may include other duties to balance workload and cover peak periods. Education and Experience
Must have three to five years of law firm experience, preferably as a Litigation Legal Assistant with Federal and State court experience. Experience working with multiple attorneys required. Physical Demands
The position requires typing, keyboard use, and writing by hand; regular talking or listening; vision abilities including close and distance vision and color vision; and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance in the office is required. Shutts & Bowen LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
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