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Snell & Wilmer

Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Legal Administrative Assistant Job Details:
Put your administrative and organizational skills to work at Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States. We currently have an opening for Legal Administrative Assistant within the Litigation Practice Group in our Reno office . Litigation Legal Administration Assistant provides high-level administrative support to attorneys specializing in litigation. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal environment and possess a strong understanding of litigation procedures and documentation. The hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m . in the office . Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Administrative Support:
Manage and maintain attorneys' schedules, including arranging meetings, appointments, and travel. Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations. Assist attorneys with case preparation, including organizing and maintaining case files, evidence, and exhibits. Manage calendars and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances. Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to arrange interviews, depositions, and other case-related activities.
Document Preparation:
Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial briefs. Prepare and file legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with procedural rules. Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is accurately filed and easily accessible.
Communication:
Serve as a liaison between clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in litigation. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including phone calls, emails, and faxes. Prepare and distribute correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
Court and Filing Procedures:
Prepare and ensure timely filing of legal documents with the court. Monitor and track deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures. Manage and maintain attorneys' schedules, including arranging meetings, appointments, and travel. Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations. Assist attorneys with case preparation, including organizing and maintaining case files, evidence, and exhibits. Manage calendars and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances. Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to arrange interviews, depositions, and other case-related activities. Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial briefs. Prepare and file legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with procedural rules. Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is accurately filed and easily accessible. Serve as a liaison between clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in litigation. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including phone calls, emails, and faxes. Prepare and distribute correspondence, memoranda, and reports. Prepare and ensure timely filing of legal documents with the court. Monitor and track deadlines to ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
Experience and Qualifications:
At least 3 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant, or in a similar administrative role within a litigation environment. Comprehensive knowledge of Nevada court procedures, including state, federal, and appellate levels, with a strong emphasis on e-filing procedures. Proficiency in legal terminology, procedures, and documentation Exceptional proofreading and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail in all written communications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, OneNote, and Outlook) and experience with document management systems. Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team, showing reliability and the capacity to juggle multiple tasks effectively. Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and clients. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. High level of discretion and confidentiality. Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate. Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging . We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$66,842 / year median in Nevada

+7% projected growth

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