Legal Secretary - Litigation at Jobot

Raleigh, NC 27610

About the Job

Top Law Firm in Raleigh Looking for Experienced Legal Secretary - Apply Here!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Billy Marchant
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Salary: $55,000 - $68,500 per year

A bit about us:

We are a team of legal professionals committed to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. With a focus on integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, we strive to exceed our clients' expectations in every interaction.

Our firm values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and respected.

With a strong foundation built on years of experience and a deep understanding of the legal industry, we are proud to offer our clients comprehensive legal solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Why join us?

Become a crucial part of an award winning team where you will have significant influence to our day to day operations. Join us in championing excellence in the North Carolina legal space!

Job Details

Responsibilities:

Assist paralegals in preparing files for upcoming hearings and depositions.
Maintain the attorney calendar by noting due dates for answers, depositions, pleadings, hearings, trial calendars, etc.
Manage attorney billable time entries, ensuring accuracy and balance.
Prepare rough drafts and proofread legal documents before finalization.
Transcribe dictation and format letters, pleadings, and other legal documents with precision.
Ensure strict compliance with client guidelines regarding document preparation, mailing, and copying, along with other specific client requirements.
Open new files, conduct conflict checks, and draft acknowledgment or engagement letters to clients at the request of attorneys.
Handle the copying and mailing of all correspondence and packages to various parties using various mailing services.
Review and confirm all client bills and invoices, forwarding them for payment in accordance with client guidelines.
Maintain accurate file content, indexes, and tabulations, continuously ensuring organization and accessibility.
Open, manage, or route attorney mail to the appropriate counsel.
Schedule depositions as required.
Perform receptionist duties and remain open to requests for support or assistance outside the scope of this description, as directed by the management team.
Participate in one or more strategic planning committees.
Mentor and train new employees in the position.
Familiarity with the format of various legal documents, such as Requests for Reproduction of Documents, Responses to Interrogatories, and Motions.
Knowledge of various court rules and filing requirements.
Strong knowledge of relevant terminology (legal, medical, etc.) as it pertains to the practice area(s).
Excellent spelling, diction, and grammatical skills, equivalent to those acquired through a high school or general education degree.
Exceptional organizational, prioritization, proofreading, and attention to detail skills.
Ability to maintain impeccable integrity in handling confidential matters.
Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication with attorneys, staff, and clients, demonstrating courtesy, diplomacy, and tact.
Typing speed of 70 wpm and proficiency in using computers and office equipment.
Willingness to occasionally work more than 40 hours per week, if necessary.
Physical ability to sit, bend, stoop, use a computer keyboard continuously, make telephone calls, read, and occasionally lift 25-50 lbs. or more.
Willingness to travel to offsite locations for document collection or filing, which may involve driving.
The firm may consider substituting experience for educational requirements and vice versa, depending on circumstances.

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