Administrative Responsibilities
- Preparing and drafting motions pleadings judgments statements documents and other correspondence (debt and asset lists child support worksheets responsive pleadings etc.)
- Serving as a liaison between the client and attorney and conducting client interviews as needed.
- Preparing trial notebooks and providing assistance in trial settings (as needed inperson)
- Preparing and reviewing discovery packages including disclosure statements answers to interrogatories and production requests.
- Maintaining detailed calendars in Outlook scheduling and coordinating external meetings as necessary.
- Service of pleadings and discovery documents and demands assisting in the preparation of various litigation documents.
- Plan and schedule appointments and events.
- Answer inbound telephone calls.
- Implementing and maintaining organized filing systems within the companys files.
- Perform all other office tasks as necessary.
- Experience with filing court documents including efiling in Family Court; both state and federal courts.
- Experience tracking court dates and deadlines.
- Experience reviewing bank statements and financial records.
- Must be extremely organized and able to maintain a high case volume.
- Request conflict checks open new client matters submit electronic approvals ass needed.
- Must be familiar with MS Office skills including Excel West Law and Pro Law.
- Excellent communication skills and a polished presentation are also needed.
- Other ad hoc projects as necessary.
Knowledge Skills & Attributes
- At least 5 years of experience.
- Knowledge network statements
- Previous experience in office administration and other related fields.
- Paralegal certificate preferred.
- Excellent client services and problemsolving skills
- Proactive and anticipatory.
- Solid knowledge of computers and software applications (MS Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
- Ability to think clearly and work well under pressure in a busy environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of staff within the office.
Compensation: $50k$70k
Benefits: Medical Dental 401K PTO and many more!