AGG Legal Staffing
AGG Legal Staffing is hiring: Litigation Secretary in Las Vegas
AGG Legal Staffing, Las Vegas, NV, United States, 89105
Primary Responsibilities
- Formatting briefs, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents.
- Filing of legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge is a must).
- Regularly and accurately proofreads all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
- Updating and maintaining client files.
- Maintaining attorney calendars through Outlook and CompuLaw (i.e. scheduling appointments, calendaring due dates, etc.).
- Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
- Accurately enters, reviews and revises timekeeper timesheets including consistent identification of litigation codes, when applicable.
- Preparing attorney reimbursements and mileage.
- Consistently providing friendly and helpful telephone support for assigned attorneys and/or receptionist relief.
- Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of vendor invoices; prepare accurate check requests and timely submit invoices for payment to client or accounting.
- Participates in the timely review and submission of pre-bills and/or client bills.
Personal Attributes
- Possesses a strong understanding and abides by the policies and procedures of the firm and local office.
- Maintains an exceptional customer service attitude and demeanor at all times.
- Flexible and willing to pitch in wherever needed.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and is approachable.
- Adapts well to fluctuations in workload and changes in responsibilities.
- Maintains a professional demeanor in high-stress situations.
- Presents written communications that are concise and accurate.
- Exhibits confident and professional verbal communication skills.
- Effectively communicates with clients and vendors.
- Answers questions clearly and thoroughly.
- Contributes to an atmosphere of teamwork and congeniality.
Skills and Abilities
- Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, Desksite or other comparable document management system, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, CompuLaw and Excel. (Aderant knowledge is a plus.)
- Attendance & Punctuality: Be consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
- Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Customer Service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
- Dependability: Follow instructions; complete tasks on time; commit to the hours necessary to complete assignments; work independently.
- Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner; treat others with respect; react well under pressure.
- Team Work: Contribute to building a positive team spirit; support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
- Technical Skills: Possess basic PC skills; ability to use phone system, copier, scanner, fax, and printer.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of a high school diploma required (College degree is preferred, but not required).
- Minimum of five years of experience as a legal secretary required.