Legal Assistant

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Legal Assistant

Duties: Draft, edit, and finalize all routine correspondence; attorneys may draft text and send it via email to a legal assistant for finalizing. Create a contact list and update it for every case. Format loan documents and create an automated table of contents, if needed. Work with a paralegal to prepare and create closing binders. Compare documents using Workshare. Converting documents from PDF to Word and reformatting. Edit and proof all written work products. Create all conflict checks, opening sheets and engagement letters. Copying and scanning. Preparing reimbursement requests and check requests. Maintain a running chronology of all outgoing correspondence. Keep the original case file (unless originating attorney prefers to keep it). Keep files organized and current, create Redwelds, binders, etc. Responsible for central files, dead storage, and opening and closing cases. Ensure all team members receive copies of incoming/outgoing pleadings and correspondence. Responsible for central files, dead storage, and opening and closing cases. Register attorneys for events, webinars, etc. Keep calendar deadlines such as case, marketing, and firm deadlines (assistants will need access to attorney’s Outlook calendar). Answer phone and take messages when attorney is not available. An assigned assistant should always be available to answer phones during regular business hours. For Litigation: Arrange deposition stenographers. Reserve conference rooms and arrange set-ups for all meetings. Arrange all travel and create itineraries. General internet research such as for addresses, phone numbers, etc. Register attorneys for annual bar renewals and other memberships.

Company info

Sherin And Lodgen LLP
101 Federal Street
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : 617-646-2000
Fax : 617-646-2222
Website : http://www.sherin.com/