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Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

Legal Assistant

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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National law firm has an immediate opening for a skilled and experienced legal assistant in civil litigation in its Phoenix office. Qualified candidates must have 5 years of relevant experience in a legal assistant position in insurance defense, with construction defect experience a plus. This position is hybrid and will require you to come into the office 3 days per week. Therefore, you must live in the greater Phoenix area - no exceptions.

Responsibilities

e-filing experience in Arizona, both State and Federal court

Familiar with civil, arbitration procedures/filings

Maintain attorneys calendar by planning and scheduling meetings, depositions, mediations, teleconferences, and travel

Have the ability to communicate with outside law firms to schedule depositions and other meetings as needed

Proof and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, and prepare routine shell macros

Ability to prepare and file pleading documents and discovery documents while consulting with the attorney

Be able to open and close legal files

Handle general correspondence between outside law firms, clients, and insurance carriers

Record and track deadlines through docketing and calendar system

Assist multiple attorneys

Trial preparation

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to be a team player

Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects

Ability to multi-task independently

Professional and pleasant demeanor

Time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately

Knowledge of e-filing systems and eDockets a must

High level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite; proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage document file system

Requires the ability to work 40 Hours a week M-F 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Benefits

A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses

Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account

PTO, sick time and paid holidays

A flexible work from home policy

Referral program

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