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Dentons Canada

Legal Administrative Assistant

Dentons Canada, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814


Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Legal Secretary, Litigation for our Honolulu office. This position will provide litigation and administrative support to as many as three to four lawyers in a highly collaborative, fast-paced working environment. Very strong litigation skills are a must. This is a hybrid position, three days in office, two days remote.Responsibilities

Responsible for litigation and administrative tasks including, but not limited to, court filings (state and federal), including e-filings, document creation, editing and preparation, filing, time entry, expense reimbursement processing, telephone calls, travel arrangements, calendar maintenance and mailing distributions.Must be familiar with local court rules.Maintain lawyers’ contacts lists in Outlook.Client contact in person and over the phone.Handles administrative confidential/sensitive firm and/or client information.These duties may be ongoing or ad hoc in nature.Other duties may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years of recent litigation secretarial experience in a mid- to large-size law firm.College degree is a plus.Must be familiar with local court rules.Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, work independently and multi-task.Ability to work in a high-volume environment.Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.Advanced knowledge of MS Word and Outlook; must exhibit strong typing skills and ability to learn and quickly become proficient in new computer software programs.Knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.Ability to prioritize and handle ever-changing priorities.Ability to work with minimal supervision, be a team player and be committed to providing a high level of client service.Candidates should possess excellent written and oral communication and solid organizational skills.Candidates should also be detail oriented, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, have the ability to prioritize incoming/outgoing tasks and work effectively independently and within a team.Flexibility for overtime and shift changes.Dentons offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. We are an Affirmative Action Employer. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.About Dentons

Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com

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