Litigation Assistant
$55,016–$55,016 year
On-site · Manhattan, New York, United States
Job Summary
Litigation Assistant needed at Morgan & Morgan to support the legal team with day-to-day operations and administrative duties. Responsibilities include scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files and exhibits, maintaining pleadings and discovery indexes, drafting and proofreading correspondence and legal documents, researching regulations and case law, assisting with client billing, coordinating meetings and depositions with clients and witnesses, and managing paper/electronic filing systems. Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience in an administrative/paralegal role; on-site in Manhattan, NY. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and typing 35+ wpm is expected; experience in personal injury or related practice areas is preferred.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred
- At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
- Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, or other injury-related practice areas (preferred)
- Strong written and communication skills; proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings
- Extensive computer and database experience, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; typing no less than 35 wpm
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