Litigation Secretary

Fisher Phillips; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Competitive paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Descripción de la vacante

Fisher Phillips is seeking an experienced litigation secretary in Atlanta, GA to support a busy litigation practice. The role involves formatting briefs and legal documents, filing with state and federal courts, proofreading for accuracy, and maintaining client files.

Responsibilities include calendar management, travel coordination for attorneys, time entry, and preparation of reimbursements. Proficiency with MS Office, e-filing systems, and relevant legal software is required.

Formación

• Minimum of a high school diploma required.
• 5+ years of experience as a litigation secretary.
• Experience with state and federal filing, Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, CompuLaw, and Concur.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in the Litigation Department, including the ability to mark and generate a table of contents and table of authorities.

Responsabilidades

• Formatting briefs, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Filing of legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge is a must).
• Regularly and accurately proofreads all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
• Updating and maintaining client files.
• Maintaining attorney calendars through Outlook and CompuLaw (i.e. scheduling appointments, calendaring due dates, etc.).
• Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Accurately enters, reviews and revises timekeeper timesheets including consistent identification of litigation codes, when applicable.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Educación

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Document Management Systems

Time Entry

e-filing

Concur

Lexis Nexis

Pacer

ECF

CompuLaw

Descripción del empleo

Key Responsibilities

• Formatting briefs, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Filing of legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing knowledge is a must).
• Regularly and accurately proofreads all documents to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing.
• Updating and maintaining client files.
• Maintaining attorney calendars through Outlook and CompuLaw (i.e. scheduling appointments, calendaring due dates, etc.).
• Organize and coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Accurately enters, reviews and revises timekeeper timesheets including consistent identification of litigation codes, when applicable.
• Preparing attorney reimbursements and mileage.
• Consistently providing friendly and helpful telephone support for assigned attorneys and/or receptionist relief.
• Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of vendor invoices; prepare accurate check requests and timely submit invoices for payment to client or accounting.
• Participates in the timely review and submission of pre-bills and/or client bills.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma required (College degree is preferred, but not required).
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a litigation secretary is required.
• Experience with state and federal filing, Lexis Nexis, Pacer, ECF, CompuLaw, and Concur.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal terminology, legal documents, and legal processes in the Litigation Department, including the ability to mark and generate a table of contents and table of authorities.
• Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Document Management Systems, Time Entry, e-filing and database software.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology.

Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you'll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.