Legal Assistant

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Legal Assistant
The candidate will schedule calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics. Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes. Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices. Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow. Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation. Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts. Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice. Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney. Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions. Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems. Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements. High school diploma or GED degree is required. Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate is preferred. Should have 2+ years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department. Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas is preferred.

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