Legal Secretary IV (Litigation Division)

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  • City of Atlanta
Job Summary
Location
Atlanta ,GA
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
03 Jan 2025
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Job Description
Job Posting Open Until Filled Salary Range - $46,491.17 - $55,810.82 Hiring Department: LAW General Description This position is responsible for: Creates or sets-up standard file folders for new cases. General filing Creates, updates, indexes and manages court documents, pleadings, motions, transactional documents, and correspondence. Answers general phone calls, inquiries, and requests, and routes to the appropriate party. Coordinates and assists deputy with payroll processing documentation for attorneys and support staff employees (Kronos) Performs general and advanced secretarial work including case file management and use of appropriate software and technical equipment. Manages conference room schedules. Manages and monitors copy rooms. Files legal documents (printed and electronic) with the courts Provides coverage for front desk/receptionist area as needed basis. Handles mail pick-up, sorting, and distribution as needed. Schedules meetings and depositions Coordinates business-related travel and assists with submitting reimbursement requests and/or performing reconciliations. Coordinates with the Legal Operations team to process and manage the payment of vendor invoices including tracking the status of payments via the ATL Cloud Operates equipment and software for conference room meetings to included video conferences, phone conferences, webinars, etc. Provides basic technical assistance and training to team members for commonly used technical devices and software (phone, computer, printer, other) Escorts guests and clients on visits throughout the legal suite Operates the Department of Law’s Document Management System with proficiency and provides training on the system to staff as needed. Independently completes initial drafts of documents (pleadings, letters, memorandum, transactional documents, etc.) Actively manages the court calendars and case deadlines for assigned division. Administers the Department of Law’s procedures regarding process of service. Drafts agendas for team, client, and division meetings Provides training to staff on general office procedures related to team needs. Designs (creates) and maintains an effective filing system. Specifically directs clients and the public to the appropriate areas within the City. Develops initial PowerPoint presentations on behalf of principals. Assists with managing the record retention and destruction process for the assigned practice area in collaboration with the City Attorney Group May be tasked with supervising or guiding the work product of less experienced staff Conducts basic legal research Prepares drafts for attorney review and approval. Other duties as may be assigned.