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A Litigation Legal Secretary provides secretarial and administrative work for a litigation attorney or litigation law firm. Uses specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures related to litigation. Organizes files, schedules meetings and manages communication to prepare for lawsuits and trials. Prepares and files documents for court cases. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal; may handle paralegal tasks.
$69,697 / year median in Connecticut
-21% projected decline
Job Description
Legal Secretary Jackson Lewis - 3.3 Hartford, CT Job Details Full-time $33 - $41 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Trial material preparation assistance Content editing E-filing platforms High school diploma or GED Legal administrative experience Law office experience Pleadings filing assistance Full Job Description Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms". The legal secretary supports multiple labor and employment litigation attorneys (4+) by providing a full range of support, including, but not limited to, preparation/revision of correspondence, pleadings and documents; e-file pleadings; conducting legal research; calendar maintenance; and various office and client filing. As an integral part of the team, this team member also is involved with office wide administrative functions. The successful candidate is a very organized, detail-oriented team player possessing at least 3 years recent litigation secretary experience (including electronic filing). Essential Functions Engage in the work of the attorney by demonstrating knowledge and status of current cases and projects, utilizing available resources in order to achieve. Provide support for four+ attorneys in employment law matters and backup support as needed. Act as liaison between internal departments and outside agencies. Prepare/revise correspondence, pleadings, documents and other clerical assignments as directed. Handle a wide variety of complex and confidential time-sensitive material. Work with teams to complete conflict checks and open new client engagements as requested. Communicate with clients on a regular basis. Assist with billing review, inquiries and collections. Maintain calendars, CLE, reports and time records. Book and organize travel arrangements as needed; assist with expense reimbursement. Maintain docketing for litigation attorneys. Transcribe electronic dictation, and schedule depositions. Various office and client filing. Proofreading documents. Other office administrative functions as needed. Qualifications/Skills Required At least 3 years recent experience in a legal administrative assistant role within a law firm supporting litigation attorneys, experience with labor and employment law a plus. Familiarity with state and federal rules and procedures, as well as procedures with state and federal agencies. Must have a solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as court filings. Experienced with trial preparation and briefs. Punctual with excellent attendance. Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills. Ability to timely respond to deadlines, balance workload and take initiative. Proficient with Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with law firm software including billing, expense, document management, etc. is a plus. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environment and communicate with attorneys and support staff on every level. Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent required. 4-year college degree preferred. For Connecticut, the expected salary range for this position is between $33.00 and $41.00. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time Employee assistance program and other firm benefits We are an equal employment opportunity employer. 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 characteristics protected by law.