Job Title: Litigation Legal Secretary - Floater at Amundsen Davis Law Firm
Salary: Not specified
Experience: 2+ years as a litigation legal assistant in a private law firm setting preferred
Department: Legal Support and Administration
Location: Chicago, Crystal Lake, St. Charles, Rockford, IL; Columbus, OH; Milwaukee, Appleton, Brookfield, Green Bay, Madison, WI; St. Louis, MO; Indianapolis, IN
H1: Join a Dynamic Law Firm as a Litigation Legal Secretary
H2: Amundsen Davis Law Firm is Seeking a Legal Secretary - Floater
Amundsen Davis, a full-service business and litigation law firm, is currently seeking a Legal Secretary - Floater to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant in a private law firm setting to continue to develop their skills and grow professionally.
The ideal candidate will have a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and document management systems. They must also possess outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
Responsibilities:
- Provide general office support for litigation attorneys
- Assist in tracking files and providing updates, reports, and charts for attorney review
- Set up new clients and matters, including running conflict checks and preparing engagement letters
- Prepare and finalize correspondence and other documents
- Calculate, calendar, and track court and other filing deadlines
- Format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including for e-filings
- Organize and maintain paper and electronic filing systems
- File pleadings in state and federal courts
- Conduct general research and support activities for attorneys
- Other duties as assigned
Required Competencies:
- 2+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Culture and Benefits:
Amundsen Davis offers a dynamic and friendly work environment with opportunities for professional growth. They also provide a comprehensive benefits package, which can be found on their website.
Note: This position is not open to recruiters.
Amundsen Davis Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. They do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, citizenship, creed, marital status, veteran status, age, family care giving responsibilities, genetic profile or predisposition, pregnancy, or disability in any aspect of employment.
Join the team at Amundsen Davis Law Firm and become a part of a growing and successful law firm. Apply now to start your career as a Litigation Legal Secretary - Floater.
