Legal Assistant - Litigation

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Legal Assistant - Litigation

The candidate handles tasks throughout all phases and aspects of Litigation work, while providing guidance to attorneys, other legal assistants, and professional staff. Handles complex projects with limited supervision. Assists with the preparation and/or filing of pleadings, court papers, etc.. Assists with retrieval of rules, regulations and company profiles. Provides support throughout all phases of discovery, including document review, production and depositions. Assists with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, trials, and/or client meetings. Proofreads briefs, memoranda of law, opinions, and other documents. Cite-checks legal documents, Shepardizes authorities, and verifies the accuracy of quoted material and cited exhibits. Performs non-legal research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR and other media and financial services sites, and/or other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc.. Manages databases in accordance with Firm standards. Organizes and manages electronic and paper files. Ensures that all files are maintained within Firm-approved protocols and case management systems. Maintains the integrity of client files. Assists attorneys, legal assistants and professional staff across offices. Performs other related duties, as assigned or needed. Bachelor’s degree is required. Should have 2+ years of experience in a legal assistant position or a position requiring similar skillset, expertise and experience.

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
1440 New York Avenue, N.W.
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20005
Phone : 202-371-7000
Fax : 202-393-5760
Website : https://www.skadden.com/