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Davis Wright Tremaine

Legal Assistant

Davis Wright Tremaine, Niagara Falls, New York, United States

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Overview

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a

Legal Assistant

to join our team in our

New York

office. This is a hybrid role with two days of remote work and three days in-office. This position provides a comprehensive range of secretarial support to attorneys including typing, editing and formatting legal documents and correspondence, filing documents with various courts (electronic and messenger), arranging service of documents on opposing counsel, telephone communications with clients and business contacts, inputting attorney time, maintaining paper and electronic files, calendar and contacts, coordinating travel arrangements, preparing reimbursement forms, and other tasks as assigned. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled. Responsibilities

Type, proofread, format and edit correspondence, pleadings, memorandums, agreements and other legal documents under time-sensitive deadlines. Includes some pleading drafting and conversion of paper and electronic files to PDF. Perform heavy court filings including serving pleadings with the court and on opposing and associated counsel, at state and federal levels and in various venues. Open new client and new matter files. Maintain attorney and client files both in paper and electronic formats; maintain email and electronic files. Organize and maintain binders for trial, working papers, and business development purposes. Schedule appointments, depositions, meetings; maintain calendars; make travel arrangements; set up conference calls. Track litigation deadlines, coordinate with docketing and ensure deadlines are docketed correctly. Answer, screen and respond to phone calls; open and route mail and email, attaching files and documents. Enter attorney time into the time-keeping program; maintain and track CLE records for attorneys. Prepare and submit expense/reimbursement reports. Assist fellow secretaries and additional attorneys as needed. Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a litigation secretary or litigation legal assistant. Strong word processing and computer skills: ability to type 85 wpm with high accuracy; proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat required; knowledge of PowerPoint, time-keeping programs, NetDocs preferred; ability to perform internet research. Current experience filing documents with State and Federal Courts, including electronic filing; ability to read and understand court rules and ensure compliance with assigned judge’s rules and practices. High attention to detail and sensitivity to confidential materials; high energy; ability to work in a fast-paced desk and prioritize. Willingness to learn new programs and updates; excellent transcription, grammar, proofreading and organizational skills. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with all levels of a professional services organization; ability to work in a team-oriented, service-focused environment and handle stressful situations calmly. Ability to communicate by telephone professionally with clients, firm members, and other contacts; ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple demands; ability to follow work instructions with minimal supervision; ability to follow client confidentiality guidelines; ability to read and write in English. High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree preferred. Who We Are

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 11 offices nationwide. We are committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. We aim to anticipate client and lawyer needs and deliver what matters most. What’s in It For You?

DWT offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, including: Choice of health and vision insurance plans 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service Dental plan Fertility and adoption benefit Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service Tuition reimbursement Commuter benefits Retirement contribution This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position and is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. New York The annualized salary range for this position in New York City is $78,000 to $108,000 ($42.86-$59.34 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full-time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and related programs, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and additional voluntary programs. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Davis Wright Tremaine fosters a culture where individuals, including those traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession, can have and see paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more at the firm’s DEI page: www.dwt.com/dei We provide reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruitment process and for employees who need accommodations to perform essential functions due to disability or religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation, please email the firm.

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