Court-Prep Legal Assistant | Data & Scheduling

Blitt and Gaines PC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Comprehensive health, dental, vision,

life insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Profit sharing

Professional growth and advancement

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Legal Assistant - Court Preparation to support attorneys and the Legal Department with case management, calendar coordination, and document preparation.

You will review files, generate orders, enter data into the collection database, file pleadings via the E-Filing portal, and communicate with circuit clerks and judges' staff. High school diploma required; college a plus; strong attention to detail and teamwork essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; college is a plus.
• Experience in an office environment and computer use.
• Familiar with Microsoft Outlook and Excel daily.
• Ability to work in fast-paced team environment with strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented and accurate; able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review file to recommend next course of action per firm processes.
• Prepare orders and case information/spreadsheets and provide to attorney prior to hearing date.
• Knowledge of Scheduling Calendar.
• Data entry of future court dates in collection database.
• Upload and download pleadings using the E-Filing portal.
• Sending out notices as appropriate.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail with all data entered in the system of record.
• Represent Legal Department in a professional capacity.
• Communicate effectively with the circuit clerks and judge’s clerks, both on the telephone and in writing.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School or GED

College is a plus

Tools

E-Filing portal

Job description

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Legal Assistant - Court Preparation to support attorneys and the Legal Department with case management, calendar coordination, and document preparation.

You will review files, generate orders, enter data into the collection database, file pleadings via the E-Filing portal, and communicate with circuit clerks and judges' staff. High school diploma required; college a plus; strong attention to detail and teamwork essential.