Legal Secretary

Jackson Lewis; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a legal secretary/administrative assistant to support four+ labor and employment litigation attorneys. You will draft, edit and file pleadings, manage calendars, and assist with billing and client engagements.

The role requires 3+ years of litigation secretary experience, familiarity with court rules, and strong MS Office skills. Competitive benefits and a collaborative firm environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recent litigation secretary experience.
• Experience drafting and revising correspondence, pleadings, and documents.
• Familiar with state and federal court rules and electronic filing.

Responsibilities

• Draft/revise/proofread pleadings, documents and correspondence.
• Maintain attorney calendars and manage travel arrangements.
• Assist with billing, conflict checks and client engagements.
• Support multiple attorneys and confidential materials.

Skills

Litigation support

Electronic filing

TOC/TOA editing

Billing support

Education

High School diploma

4-year college degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Legal billing software

Document management systems

E-filing software

Job description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.Job SummaryThe legal secretary/administrative assistant supports multiple labor and employment litigation attorneys (4+). This critical team member will have strong skills in both legal and administrative support. Additionally, they will have varying assignments to assist with overflow. Coverage will vary.The focus of the legal administrative assistant support functions includes, but are not limited to, drafting/revision of correspondence, pleadings and documents; e-filing; and conducting legal research. Editing and formatting skills required include advanced functions such as Table of Content (TOC) and Table of Authority (TOA), excellent proofreading and attention to detail.Administrative support functions include, but are not limited to, calendar maintenance, managing attorney expenses, submitting invoices, and travel arrangements.The successful candidate is a very organized, detail-oriented team player possessing at least 3 years recent litigation secretary experience (including electronic filing).Essential FunctionsEngage in the work of the attorney by demonstrating knowledge and status of current cases and projects, utilizing available resources in order to achieve.Provide support for four+ attorneys in employment law matters and backup support as needed.Interact with internal departments, outside agencies, vendors and clients.Draft/revise/proofread correspondence, pleadings, documents and other documents as directed.Handle a wide variety of complex and confidential time-sensitive material.Work with teams to complete conflict checks and open new client engagements as requested; assist with billing review, inquiries and collections; and maintain docketing for litigation attorneys.Maintain calendars, CLE, reports and time records.Book and organize travel arrangements as needed; assist with expense reimbursement.Various office and client filing.Other office administrative functions as needed.Qualifications/Skills RequiredAt least 3 years recent experience in a legal administrative assistant role within a law firm supporting litigation attorneys, experience with labor and employment law a plus.Familiarity with state and federal rules and procedures, as well as procedures with state and federal agencies.Must have a solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as experience with electronic court filings.Experienced with trial preparation and briefs.Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills.Ability to timely respond to deadlines, balance workload and take initiative.Proficient with Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with law firm software including billing, expense, document management, etc. is a plus.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environment in a large firm, and communicate with attorneys and support staff on every level.Punctual with excellent attendance.Educational RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent required.4-year college degree preferred.For Phoenix, AZ, the expected salary range for this position is between $35.00 and $44.00. The actual compensation will be determined based onexperience and other factors permitted by law.Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:· Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance· 401(k) Retirement Plan· Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account· Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time· Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.