Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP
Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation
Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Company Description
For more than 65 years, Hedrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP has built a strong tradition of representing business and industry with our comprehensive litigation services. With offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington, and Asheville, North Carolina; and Columbia, South Carolina, Hedrick Gardner is one of the largest litigation and dispute management firms in the Carolinas. We have earned our reputation as a top litigation defense firm through our accomplishments in the courtroom. Our attorneys aggressively defend our clients’ interests inside and outside the courtroom, tailoring representation to meet each client's needs through trial or early resolution. Client satisfaction is always a priority.
Job Description The Legal Assistant will provide administrative support for 3 or more attorneys.
Core Duties and Responsibilities This position will support attorneys by providing administrative support such as handling incoming mail, answering phone calls, managing attorneys’ calendars, transcribing dictation, drafting correspondence and pleadings, scheduling mediations and depositions, requesting necessary information from parties involved in litigated cases, and assisting other support staff as needed. The legal assistant communicates and resolves competing priorities when appropriate and may be assigned other tasks by supervising attorneys or management.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
2+ years of Legal Assistant experience required
High School diploma required
Preferred – Associate degree, certificate or similar course of study in administrative support, legal secretarial assistance or paralegal studies
Knowledge of civil defense litigation, including deadlines, requirements and court filing procedures
Prior success in a professional office environment, preferably a law firm or legal department
Proficiency in MS Word and MS Outlook
Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro for document production
Ability to complete tasks assigned in a timely fashion
Ability to manage and meet deadlines
Excellent written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Familiarity with digital transcription software
Exceptional proofreading skills
Knowledge of case management software preferred
Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Physical Demands
Position requires sitting for more than 2/3 of the time
Position requires ability to focus on a computer monitor for extended periods of time
Position requires a small amount of bending and reaching to access supplies and equipment
Position requires enough mobility to move from one area of the office to another at a moderate pace periodically
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion
Work is performed in an office environment with a modest level of noise
Work Environment
Indoor Office Setting
Well‑Lit, Ventilated Environment
Air‑Conditioned/Heated Environment
7.5 hour shift, 37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
1 hour lunch
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Short‑term Disability
Long‑term Disability
HRA
FSA
401(k)
Educational Assistance
Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays
PTO Accrual
Benefit Conditions
Waiting period may apply
Only full‑time employees eligible
Ability to Commute/Relocate Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Legal
Industries
Legal Services
Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.
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Job Description The Legal Assistant will provide administrative support for 3 or more attorneys.
Core Duties and Responsibilities This position will support attorneys by providing administrative support such as handling incoming mail, answering phone calls, managing attorneys’ calendars, transcribing dictation, drafting correspondence and pleadings, scheduling mediations and depositions, requesting necessary information from parties involved in litigated cases, and assisting other support staff as needed. The legal assistant communicates and resolves competing priorities when appropriate and may be assigned other tasks by supervising attorneys or management.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
2+ years of Legal Assistant experience required
High School diploma required
Preferred – Associate degree, certificate or similar course of study in administrative support, legal secretarial assistance or paralegal studies
Knowledge of civil defense litigation, including deadlines, requirements and court filing procedures
Prior success in a professional office environment, preferably a law firm or legal department
Proficiency in MS Word and MS Outlook
Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro for document production
Ability to complete tasks assigned in a timely fashion
Ability to manage and meet deadlines
Excellent written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Familiarity with digital transcription software
Exceptional proofreading skills
Knowledge of case management software preferred
Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Physical Demands
Position requires sitting for more than 2/3 of the time
Position requires ability to focus on a computer monitor for extended periods of time
Position requires a small amount of bending and reaching to access supplies and equipment
Position requires enough mobility to move from one area of the office to another at a moderate pace periodically
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion
Work is performed in an office environment with a modest level of noise
Work Environment
Indoor Office Setting
Well‑Lit, Ventilated Environment
Air‑Conditioned/Heated Environment
7.5 hour shift, 37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
1 hour lunch
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Short‑term Disability
Long‑term Disability
HRA
FSA
401(k)
Educational Assistance
Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays
PTO Accrual
Benefit Conditions
Waiting period may apply
Only full‑time employees eligible
Ability to Commute/Relocate Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Legal
Industries
Legal Services
Hedrick Gardner is committed to the equal employment opportunity of all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.
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