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System One

Litigation Legal Secretary

System One, Fayetteville, Arkansas, us, 72702


System One is partnering with a company in the Fayetteville, AR area for a Litigation Legal Secretary. This position will be onsite in Fayetteville (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).

Summary:

This Legal Secretary position will provide civil litigation support to partners and associates of the firm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Familiarity with basic pleadings, service of process requirements, and discovery

Drafting of basic pleadings and other legal documents

Process state and federal court filings; knowledge of electronic filing requirements

Review, organize and index documents

Draft, file and monitor documents in electronic case sites

Maintain and organize documents in document management system

Oversight of attorneys’ billing (including time entry, editing and invoicing)

Use Outlook to docket crucial litigation deadlines

Establish and manage new client files

Perform clerical tasks (including drafting letters, memos, emails and other correspondence)

Prepare and submit check requests, expenses reports, etc.

Essential Skills:

Software Proficiencies

Microsoft Office

Adobe

iManage (or similar document management system)

Elite 3E (or similar legal billing software)

Legal

Civil litigation experience is required

Employment law experience is preferred

eBilling and law firm billing procedures

Knowledge of state and federal filing rules and procedures

Technical

Edit and proofread documents

Quick and accurate typing

Document/file organization in a document management system

Ability to learn new and/or updated technology with ease

Soft Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking and prioritizing simultaneous demands from several individuals

Effectively communicate with others (both orally and in writing)

Reliable, punctual and good attendance

Qualifications:

At least 4 years of litigation experience

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.