Legal Assistant

Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP, a full-service civil litigation defense firm and business partner to the insurance industry, is seeking a motivated legal assistant for its growing practice in the Berwyn, Pennsylvania office. The qualified candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' legal experience (paralegal skills are preferred but not required). Candidates must be eager to learn, organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution is also preferred.

Experience Requirements:

2+ years' prior legal assistant experience in a law office. Computer proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel & Adobe Acrobat. Excellent typing, grammar and computer skills. Excellent verbal and written communication, basic knowledge and understanding of legal terminology and procedures. Preparing, editing, proofreading, finalizing, serving and filing legal documents. Knowledge of defense litigation including but not limited to electronic filings in the State and Federal Courts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Insurance defense litigation support Draft answers and finalize and serve pleadings, discovery documents, notices, stipulations, briefs, motions, affidavits, RJI's, etc. Proficiency editing legal documents and ensuring accuracy Preparation of reports for insurance carriers Assist with document productions and redactions Assist with preparation of witness/exhibit lists and trial binders Assist with retention of expert witnesses, preparation of expert indexes, production of records Communicate with clients and coordinate with support services, opposing law firms and courts E-filing & E-Service (State & Federal) Case management and calendar management for assigned caseload Organizing and maintaining case files, including electronic files and document management systems Entering and managing information in databases and spreadsheets. Updating attorney case lists Additional administrative duties Summary As a Legal Assistant, you will support attorneys in managing case files and ensuring the smooth operation of the law office. Your core skills in litigation, document review, and legal administrative tasks will be essential for preparing legal documents and maintaining case management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, will aid in your daily responsibilities. With your attention to detail and organizational skills, you will contribute significantly to the efficiency of the legal team and the overall success of our practice. Compensation Our firm offers competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, PTO, holidays, life insurance, and 401K retirement plan. Salary Commensurate with experience

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

legal assistant: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person