What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal position at Church Church Hittle + Antrim?
Job Description
Job Description
Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal
Seeking an experienced litigation legal assistant or paralegal for Noblesville office location. This person will be responsible for opening and closing case files, drafting pleadings, drafting discovery requests and responses, corresponding with clients, mediation preparation, trial preparation, scheduling, and general office administrative duties as required.
Duties include not limited to :
- Draft letters, prepare pleadings, documents and other correspondence from verbal or written instructions, notes, rough drafts or other materials which may be difficult to interpret; must prioritize work; proofread and correct prepared materials for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax and content.
- Open new client files in collaboration with Intake Clerk; maintain filing in a timely manner.
- Review and analyze records
- Prepare for trial, hearing, and other case proceedings
- Set up and maintain physical and electronic case file folders.
- Maintain calendars including docketing discovery, pleading and court deadlines.
- Make entries into time and billing system, as requested by supervising attorney(s); coordinate with Billing Specialist on clarifications or corrections to time entries.
- May be expected to perform other duties as requested by administrative management to assist in the orderly operation of the firm.
Key Competencies and Skills Required :
Job Type : Full-time
Job Experience : Litigation experience preferred
Church Church Hittle Antrim (CCHA) is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable law.
Company Description
Church Church Hittle Antrim (CCHA) is the oldest and largest law firm in Hamilton County with offices in Noblesville, Fishers, Ft. Wayne, Crown Point, Tipton and Zionsville. CCHA values the personal connection to clients. You will notice the family-like atmosphere and client-focused culture at CCHA.
Company Description
Church Church Hittle Antrim (CCHA) is the oldest and largest law firm in Hamilton County with offices in Noblesville, Fishers, Ft. Wayne, Crown Point, Tipton and Zionsville. CCHA values the personal connection to clients. You will notice the family-like atmosphere and client-focused culture at CCHA.