Legal Assistant - Litigation Law Firm

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Assist attorneys in managing high-volume insurance defense cases, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• File Maintenance: Organize and maintain electronic and physical legal files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and up to date.
• Scheduling and Calendar Management: Coordinate attorney schedules, depositions, hearings, and client meetings, while tracking critical deadlines.
• Client Communication: Act as a liaison between clients, insurance companies, and attorneys, handling correspondence, scheduling meetings, and responding to inquiries.
• Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents in state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Billing Support: Assist with attorney billing by reviewing and tracking time entries, preparing invoices, and managing billing-related queries.
• Administrative Support: Handle a range of administrative duties, including answering phones, processing mail, and drafting correspondence.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of three years of experience as a legal assistant, with a focus on insurance defense or litigation.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or legal assistant certification is preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with legal software, Microsoft Office Suite, and court e-filing systems.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines