What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Secretary position at AGG Legal Staffing?
OVERVIEW:
The Litigation Legal Secretary will provide legal and administrative support to multiple attorneys. This essential, highly responsible, and accountable position requires the individual to work independently, anticipate needs, be proactive, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism. The successful candidate must deliver excellent work and superior service to the Firm and the Firm’s clients. The candidate must also possess strong organizational and time management skills, communicate effectively, and be flexible as demands and priorities change.
REQUIRED duties and experience include:
Document production and file management
Extensive experience with e-filing in administrative, state, and federal courts
Draft, proofread and edit correspondence
Client interaction/communication with clients, courts, and attorneys
Knowledge of court rules and civil procedures in State and Federal jurisdictions
Legal calendaring via Juralaw and other electronic court rule programs
Management of multiple calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements
Preparation of travel/expense reimbursements
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED; Associates/ Bachelor's degree preferred
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Coyote timekeeping, and DMS (iManage) or similar software
3 years of experience as a litigation secretary working with multiple attorneys; transactional law and administrative hearing knowledge is a plus
