Brown & James, P.C. desires experienced litigation legal assistant/secretary possessing a positive attitude and strong work ethic, with the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with other legal assistants and lawyers. **Salary is negotiable upon experience**

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Transcription of digital dictation
• Preparation of legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, discovery (Interrogatories, Requests for Production, Requests for Admissions), subpoenas, motions, and pre-trial pleadings
• Performing electronic court filings (federal and state courts)
• Entering lawyers’ billable time into time keeping system
• Maintaining accurate calendaring of court- and client-imposed deadlines and appointments
• Maintaining professional interactions with clients via email and telephone
• Other general secretarial tasks as assigned

Required skills include:

• Minimum 5 years litigation legal assistant/secretary experience
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal court deadlines (diary system)
• Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word. Desired experience with document management systems.
• Proficient using federal and state electronic court filing systems
• Knowledge of office procedures and legal terminology
• Possesses strong typing and proofreading skills
• Possesses strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple daily assignments

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person