Career Personnel
Litigation Secretary
Career Personnel, Montgomery, Alabama, United States, 36136
Outstanding Law Firm is seeking a new member to join their team.
Job Summary:
The Litigation Secretary will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to litigation attorneys and partners. This role demands a high level of organization, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Document Preparation:
Prepare, revise, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules and deadlines. Case Management:
Maintain and organize case files, including electronic and paper records, ensuring that all documents are filed properly and accessible when needed. Court Filings:
Assist with electronic and manual court filings, ensuring all documents are filed on time and in accordance with local, state, and federal court requirements. Scheduling:
Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and court appearances, managing the attorneys’ calendars effectively. Correspondence:
Draft, proofread, and manage correspondence, including emails, letters, and memos, ensuring professional and clear communication. Client Interaction:
Serve as a liaison between clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties, handling inquiries and relaying messages as needed. Billing:
Assist with billing processes, including time entry, invoice preparation, and expense tracking. Research:
Conduct basic legal research and gather information relevant to cases, under the guidance of attorneys. Office Management:
Perform general office duties, including answering phones, photocopying, scanning, and ordering supplies. Requirements: Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. Experience:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a litigation secretary or in a similar role within a law firm. Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), legal document management systems, and electronic court filing systems.
Prepare, revise, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules and deadlines. Case Management:
Maintain and organize case files, including electronic and paper records, ensuring that all documents are filed properly and accessible when needed. Court Filings:
Assist with electronic and manual court filings, ensuring all documents are filed on time and in accordance with local, state, and federal court requirements. Scheduling:
Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and court appearances, managing the attorneys’ calendars effectively. Correspondence:
Draft, proofread, and manage correspondence, including emails, letters, and memos, ensuring professional and clear communication. Client Interaction:
Serve as a liaison between clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties, handling inquiries and relaying messages as needed. Billing:
Assist with billing processes, including time entry, invoice preparation, and expense tracking. Research:
Conduct basic legal research and gather information relevant to cases, under the guidance of attorneys. Office Management:
Perform general office duties, including answering phones, photocopying, scanning, and ordering supplies. Requirements: Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. Experience:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a litigation secretary or in a similar role within a law firm. Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), legal document management systems, and electronic court filing systems.