Senior Legal Secretary - Litigation & E-Filing Expert

Fisher Phillips, LLP; New Jersey; On-site; USD 108,570,000 - 153,987,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Dental and vision insurance

24/7 telehealth

Job summary

Fisher Phillips, LLP seeks an experienced Legal Secretary to support our attorneys and ensure the smooth operation of our litigation practice. The role requires precise document formatting, e-filing familiarity with NJ and NY courts, calendar management, and timekeeping entry using Aderant Milana and related systems.

You will handle client file updates, reimbursements, vendor invoice reviews, and prep of pre-bills while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor on calls and with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience as a legal secretary.
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Experience with Pacer, ECF, Aderant Expert Time, Docketing Software, and Concur.

Responsibilities

• Format briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• File documents with state and federal courts (NJ and NY) and e-filing knowledge.
• Proofread documents for accuracy before distribution or filing.
• Update and maintain client files and attorney calendars.
• Organize travel arrangements for assigned attorneys.
• Transcribe, enter, review, and revise timekeeper timesheets with litigation codes.
• Prepare attorney reimbursements and mileage."
• Review vendor invoices and submit check requests for payment.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Legal terminology

Transcription (BigHand)

Listening skills

Outlook calendar management

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Pacer

ECF

Aderant Expert Time

Docketing Software

Concur

MS Office

Job description

Fisher Phillips, LLP seeks an experienced Legal Secretary to support our attorneys and ensure the smooth operation of our litigation practice. The role requires precise document formatting, e-filing familiarity with NJ and NY courts, calendar management, and timekeeping entry using Aderant Milana and related systems.

You will handle client file updates, reimbursements, vendor invoice reviews, and prep of pre-bills while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor on calls and with colleagues.