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Salary: $55,000 - $63,000 per year
A bit about us: If you have 2+ years of experience with a Litigation firm as a Legal Assistant, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a fun, employee centric firm! Opportunities like this don't come along all the time.
We are partnering with a mid sized firm in San Antonio, ready to immediately hire a Legal Assistant to support 2 attorneys in their practice. You could start this month!
If you have litigation experience as a Legal Assistant preparing pleadings, motions, discovery and correspondence, have great references, and a great attitude apply today!
Why join us? - 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Details Job Details:
We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced Legal Assistant to join our Litigation firm. This role is an integral part of our team, supporting two amazing attorney's. You will be responsible for drafting and reviewing motions, managing calendars, preparing legal documents, and maintaining electronic filing systems. Your excellent communication skills will be put to use as you liaise between different parties, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. This position requires a minimum of 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
Responsibilities:
1. Draft and review motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
2. Manage and maintain attorneys' calendars, including scheduling appointments, court dates, and deadlines.
3. Prepare and organize legal documents for attorneys.
4. Efile court documents as needed and ensure all documents are properly saved and organized in the electronic filing system.
5. Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and other parties.
6. Assist in the preparation of case management strategies.
7. Conduct legal research and assist with the preparation of legal arguments, applications, declarations, and motions.
8. Maintain confidentiality of all legal documents and client information.
9. Perform other duties as assigned to support the legal team.
Qualifications:
1. A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or similar role in the Accounting + Finance industry.
2. Proficiency in drafting and reviewing motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
3. Experience with calendaring and managing multiple schedules.
4. Strong knowledge of e-filing procedures and systems.
5. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff and external contacts.
6. Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
7. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
8. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
9. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Legal Assistant who is looking to take their career to the next level. If you are a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with a knack for legal research and document preparation, we would love to hear from you.
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