The candidate for this position will be successful if they are able to execute a variety of secretarial duties of a confidential nature. These tasks will include working with attorneys, paralegals and other members of the firm with a series of administrative functions. Candidates should have effective time management and organizational skills coupled with the ability to be detail oriented.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned by supervising attorneys and paralegals. Must have good attendance, be punctual and reliable.
Preparing legal documents such as pleadings, summonses, complaints, motions, subpoenas, etc. and correspondence of a legal nature in the practice of labor and employment law litigation.
Performs various other clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, giving information to callers, composing and typing routine correspondence, reading and routing incoming mail, maintaining files and other records, scanning and photocopying materials, maintaining client information and keeping current with attorney's existing work for clients, time entry and billing, and various other tasks as needed by the supervising attorneys in the practice of law.
Various other special projects and tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience: Prefer prior law firm experience in commercial litigation and bankruptcy. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.