Legal Assistant, Court Prep

Blitt & Gaines, P.C; Vernon; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Vernon is seeking a Court Preparation professional to support attorneys with various legal and clerical duties. The ideal candidate will manage attorney court calendars, prepare case documents, and ensure accuracy in data entries. Experience in an office environment, along with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel, is preferred. The role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including PTO and medical coverage.

Benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical benefits

401(k)

Profit sharing

Qualifications

• Experience in an office environment, comfortable with computers.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced team.
• Detail-oriented and accurate.

Responsibilities

• Review files to recommend next steps based on processes.
• Prepare orders, case information, and spreadsheets for review.
• Manage scheduling calendar.
• Enter future court dates into the collection database.
• Upload and download pleadings via the E-Filing portal.
• Send notices as appropriate.

Skills

Office experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Job Title: Court Preparation

Job Summary:

Performs various legal and clerical duties in support of attorneys and the legal department. The successful candidate will gain knowledge of court and office procedures, rules, litigation processes, and manage attorney court calendars and legal department tasks under supervision. Looking for a confident, analytical, self-starting individual with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities:

1. Review files to recommend next steps based on department and firm processes.
2. Prepare orders, case information, and spreadsheets for attorney review before hearings.
3. Manage scheduling calendar.
4. Enter future court dates into the collection database.
5. Upload and download pleadings via the E-Filing portal.
6. Send notices as appropriate.
7. Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all data entries.
8. Represent the legal department professionally.
9. Communicate effectively with circuit clerks and judge’s clerks, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in an office environment, comfortable with computers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with a strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented and accurate.
• Team player and individual contributor.

Benefits:

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. offers PTO, paid holidays, medical benefits, competitive salary, 401(k), and profit sharing. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.

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