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.
Cherry Hill, NJ Job Details Full-time From $63,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Court record maintenance Office activity coordination Microsoft Outlook Business travel arrangements Civil litigation support Business support experience for legal executives Writing skills E-filing platforms Filing Executive administrative support Legal document sorting and filing Appeal preparation assistance Administrative experience Client invoicing Expense reports Legal administrative experience Calendar management Project task coordination Document viewing software Managing executive calendars Legal billing Pleadings filing assistance Digital legal archive Full Job Description Litchfield Cavo LLP is a premier insurance coverage and litigation defense law firm founded on the principle that client service comes first. Our attorneys operate out of 25 offices and serve clients in more than 35 states. Our Cherry Hill, NJ office is actively seeking a Legal Secretary interested in growing their career in an office that values and fosters open and honest communication, and acts with integrity and professionalism. Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits that start on day one, and a dynamic work environment with substantial opportunities for professional development. The salary range of $63k - $68k is commensurate with experience.
OPPORTUNITY
| Legal Secretary Our busy insurance defense practice seeks a well-rounded, highly-motivated, civil defense Legal Secretary with five to seven years of experience. Some workers' compensation experience is a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to handle a variety of legal and administrative responsibilities with a forward-thinking firm in an expanding office. SKILLS and
ABILITIES
The following is representative of the skills required by the position: electronically file documents with state and federal courts in New Jersey and Pennsylvania; consistently produce and deliver quality work product; manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a busy legal environment; organize, prioritize and implement tasks with strong attention to detail; work proactively, independently and as part of a team; provide clear written and verbal communication; maintain a professional demeanor and a positive attitude; demonstrate proficiency with electronic document management (iManage experience a plus), PDF software, and MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook; assist with client billing submission and appeals; perform normal admin duties such as opening files and keeping them in order, making travel arrangements, submitting expense reports, etc.; keep attorney calendars by docketing court dates, etc. To apply, please email your resume or apply through this link. Our Firm provides current technology, ongoing training, experienced support staff and full-time IT and marketing departments. Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.
Pay:
From $63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience in workers' compensation?
