Legal Assistant

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Legal Assistant
The candidate will provide legal support for two of attorneys with significant practices in Civil Litigation, primarily in Labor and Employment Law. 3+ years of prior experience in a legal environment desired or commensurate training is necessary. Should have experience in and familiarity with area court systems, excellent dictation and typing skills and experience with Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office products. This is a largely sedentary role; however, filing is required, necessitating the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Organization, document management, and excellent computer skills as well as good written and oral communication skills are necessary to be successful in this position. The essential functions of the position would include handling all dictation (preparation of all correspondence, pleadings, discovery and responses, deposition summaries etc. normally used in the labor and employment practice), scheduling depositions, mediations, and court reporting, maintain client files, time entry, bill processing, coordinating calendars and schedules for two attorneys. A successful candidate would be expected to be able to multitask, be flexible and work well with others.

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