Litigation Legal Assistant - Trial Prep & E-Filing Birmingham

Wicker Smith; Birmingham (AL); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wicker Smith in Birmingham, AL is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with litigation experience to support attorneys focusing on medical malpractice, automobile negligence, and other general liability matters. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience handling case management, document preparation, and trial preparation in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with case management from inception through trial, draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence, and file

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of state court procedures and e-filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, case management software, and legal research tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsabilités

• Assist attorneys with case management from inception through trial and post-trial.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• File documents electronically with federal and state courts.
• Manage calendaring of court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
• Organizing and maintaining case files, exhibits, and evidence.
• Prepare and assist with trial preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys as needed.

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Case management

Document preparation

Trial preparation

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Outils

Case management software

Legal research tools

Description du poste

Wicker Smith in Birmingham, AL is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with litigation experience to support attorneys focusing on medical malpractice, automobile negligence, and other general liability matters. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience handling case management, document preparation, and trial preparation in a fast-paced environment.

You will assist with case management from inception through trial, draft pleadings, motions, and correspondence, and file