Legal Administrative Assistant

Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP in Omaha seeks a seasoned legal administrative assistant to join the litigation group. You will draft, format, and proofread legal documents; manage calendars; handle e-filing; and maintain litigation files.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of litigation support experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. We value teamwork, attention to deadlines, and professional client interaction.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary, preferably in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of court procedures and e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• File documents electronically (e-filing) in state and federal courts.
• Maintain and organize litigation files (physical and electronic)
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and discovery materials.
• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Handle client communications professionally and courteously.
• Process billing, time entry, and expense reports as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

e-filing systems

Job description

Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP is seeking a seasoned legal administrative assistant to join our litigation group in our Omaha location.

About The Firm

Headquartered in Omaha, NE, Lamson Dugan & Murray (LDM) has more than 45 attorneys practicing within the areas of litigation and corporate law. LDM's extensive experience enables the Firm to offer expertise in 25 different practice areas, allowing the Firm to remain committed to quality representation, accessibility, and relentless hard work on behalf of clients. LDM also has a growing location in West Des Moines, IA.

About The Position/Key Responsibilities

Qualified candidates will have at least three years of legal assistant experience working in litigation providing support to attorneys.

About The Position/Essential Functions

• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• File documents electronically (e-filing) in state and federal courts.
• Maintain and organize litigation files (physical and electronic)
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and discovery materials.
• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Handle client communications professionally and courteously.
• Process billing, time entry, and expense reports as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary, preferably in litigation
• Strong knowledge of court procedures and e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Choose Us?

We are dedicated to our clients and the work we do, ensuring quality, integrity, and excellence. In all reality, that means sometimes we put in more hours than planned, but you're never alone. When you are part of the LDM team, you are part of a team that enjoys competing and understands that an important part of success involves providing you with the support to develop your skills and provides you with the resources to achieve our goals.

We will work with you to ensure you carve out time to take care of yourself, have fun and build strong relationships with your fellow LDM team. From celebratory activities to volunteering in our community - there are various opportunities to explore outside interests and clear your mind from the daily grind.

At Lamson Dugan & Murray we believe in a strong culture. Whether you're an attorney or staff, we recognize that it takes everyone to make the wheels go around. Here, you're not just a number, you're family.

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