What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant Litigation position at Parsons Behle & Latimer?
Job Description
Job Description
PARSONS BEHLE & LATIMER has an opening for a litigation legal assistant in our Salt Lake City, Utah office. The ideal candidate will be able to receive multiple projects, prioritize and execute them; a strong work ethic; experience working with Microsoft Office Suite; careful attention to detail; and excellent organizational and communication skills. 5-10 years of litigation legal secretarial experience is required.
Parsons is a regional law firm that has national expertise in numerous practice areas. The Firm is committed to maintaining its traditional strengths, values and client service while remaining at the forefront of the legal community in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and the Intermountain Region.
Responsibilities include supporting attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks, running conflicts checks, answering phones, scheduling meetings, and providing backup legal assistance for the firm, if needed. This is an in-office position, and the hours are
8 : 30 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m., Monday – Friday. The hourly rate is negotiable commensurate with experience.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements :
- 5-10 years of legal litigation assistant experience IS REQUIRED
- Ability to receive multiple tasks at once, prioritize, and execute efficiently
- Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite, and case management software
- Experience e-filing in state and federal courts
- Excellent written communication skills including drafting pleadings, motions, letters and other documents as required
- Excellent verbal communication skills; must be courteous on the phone and
in-person with existing and potential clients
Benefits :
Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience from shareholders to professional staff. Interested candidates should email a resume to Susie Headlee at sheadlee@parsonsbehle.com.
Company Description
Established in Salt Lake City in 1882, Parsons Behle & Latimer’s (Parsons) more than 200 attorneys deliver an in-depth range of experience to its clients in the following industries : agriculture; banking and financial services; construction; dental; energy; healthcare; manufacturing; mining; natural resources; oil and gas; real estate; resorts and recreation; venture capital and startups; and technology. One of Utah’s largest law firms, Parsons remains on the forefront of business and industry trends to help clients accelerate their business objectives. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Parsons has offices in Lehi, Park City and St. George, Utah; Boise, Idaho Falls and Rexburg, Idaho; Helena and Missoula, Montana; Reno, Nevada; and Jackson, Wyoming. To learn more about us, please visit parsonsbehle.com.
Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience, from shareholders to professional staff.
Company Description
Established in Salt Lake City in 1882, Parsons Behle & Latimer’s (Parsons) more than 200 attorneys deliver an in-depth range of experience to its clients in the following industries : agriculture; banking and financial services; construction; dental; energy; healthcare; manufacturing; mining; natural resources; oil and gas; real estate; resorts and recreation; venture capital and startups; and technology. One of Utah’s largest law firms, Parsons remains on the forefront of business and industry trends to help clients accelerate their business objectives. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Parsons has offices in Lehi, Park City and St. George, Utah; Boise, Idaho Falls and Rexburg, Idaho; Helena and Missoula, Montana; Reno, Nevada; and Jackson, Wyoming. To learn more about us, please visit parsonsbehle.com. Parsons actively recruits to obtain an applicant pool of candidates from a variety of diverse backgrounds with a breadth of experience, from shareholders to professional staff.