Legal Assistant III - Litigation

Overview

This is a remote, full-time Legal Assistant role with the Litigation team. The position is classified as Non-Exempt (hourly) with scheduled hours of 8:30–5:00 PM Local Time.

Responsibilities

• Update internal systems and external client systems within expected timeframes.
• Sort, scan, categorize, label, digitally file, and properly organize legal documentation.
• Complete assigned work queue items within designated timeframes.
• Apply basic legal concepts and terminology to produce accurate work product.
• Assist with preparing various required items for court appearances.
• Review incoming documents and route/disperse them to appropriate parties.
• Communicate professionally through phone, email, and internal/external messaging systems in a timely manner.
• Complete all assigned trainings in the Firm LMS.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience working in a data entry or legal assistant role.
• Experience working in a litigation-based role (preferred).
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a technology-driven environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled at accurate data entry.
• Strong ability to adhere to basic instructions, job aids, and procedures.
• Ability to adhere to firm policy and apply policy requirements while processing assigned work.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Self-driven with ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed.
• Commitment to providing exceptional, responsive, and time-bound service.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and comfortable with computer systems.

Conditions of Work

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
• Ability to work on computers for a significant portion of the day.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements as required (typing, clicking, swiveling).
• Ability to lift 10–20 pounds as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in the following benefits:

• Medical coverage
• HSA with quarterly employer contributions
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Group Life insurance*
• Supplemental Life Insurance plans
• Long and Short Term Disability
• First Stop Health for all employees*
• Legal Service benefit for all employees
• Hospital and accident indemnity coverage
• National discount programs for all employees*
• 401k with employer matching
• PTO* (accrual based)
• No cost benefit

Equal Opportunity / Work Authorization

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. This employer participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are required to complete the I-9 form and provide documentation of identity and work eligibility.

If an accommodation is required during the interview process, please indicate same when responding to this posting.