Litigation Legal Assistant Position Available In Hampden, Massachusetts

Litigation Legal Assistant Bulkley, Richardson and Gelinas, LLP – 5.0 Springfield, MA Job Details Full-time From $25 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Mid-level Microsoft Office 3 years High school diploma or GED Litigation Client services Proofreading Communication skills Full Job Description Bulkley Richardson is seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant for its Springfield office. The Legal Assistant will support litigators in an administrative capacity, including but not limited to the responsibilities outlined below.

Responsibilities:

Format, edit, and proofread briefs, pleadings, correspondences, and other documents. Prepare and organize notebooks, exhibits, and other documentation as assigned. File legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge is a must). Preparing and compiling discovery responses. Assist attorneys with preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials. Perform a variety of administrative functions such as, conflict checks, opening new matters, preparing engagement letters, preparing check requests. Organize, update, and maintain paper and electronic client files. Prepare and maintain pleading indexes. Maintain attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling appointments and calendaring case deadlines. Coordinate and schedule meetings, conference calls, and Teams / Zoom calls.

Qualifications include:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting attorneys whose practice focuses on litigation. High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel, is required. Technological aptitude and ability and willingness to learn new programs and procedures is necessary. Experience with federal and state court procedures and e-filing requirements, including trial and appellate courts. Excellent proofreading, document formatting, and redlining skills. Qualified candidates will be highly motivated, reliable and possess strong communication and client service skills. Must have a strong work ethic, team orientation, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and to meet deadlines effectively. Salary is commensurate with experience. About the

Firm:

Bulkley Richardson has offices in Springfield and Hadley, MA. We offer excellent compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a generous paid time-off program. Bulkley Richardson is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person