Practice Specialist I (Legal Secretary) Job at SourcePro Search, LLC in Washingt

We have a great opportunity for a Legal Secretary (Litigation) to join our top ranked global law firm client based in Washington, DC. (Hybrid)

What You'll Do:

• Format, input, edit, retrieve, copy, scan, and transmit legal documents
• Prepare pleadings and discovery documents for filing and service
• eFiling - State and Federal
• Create pleading/discovery binders, indexing and filing documents, organize and file case documents
• Editing Contracts
• Business Intakes
• Utilize docketing/calendaring department to track court and filing deadlines
• Attorney timesheets, expense summaries, and client bills
• Assists with overflow work and other projects as assigned
• Performs overflow typing, filing, or photocopying as time permits and as requested by other attorneys
• Mailings
• Maintain client confidence by keeping client/attorney information confidential
• Type 75+ wpm and have excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Ability to learn new skills and systems quickly

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5-10+ years of litigation experience in a law firm or supporting Legal staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of Firm personnel
• High level of professionalism and excellent customer service skills
• Must take initiative and be a self-starter
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities within the Firm
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Solid time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• High level of discretion while working with sensitive information and documents