Legal Assistant

1 week ago


Wilmington, Delaware, United States Kaufman Dolowich LLP Full time

Overview:
The Legal Assistant will provide support to assigned attorneys and provide backup to other attorneys as requested. This position requires strict confidentiality.

  • Prepares, edits and proofreads a variety of documents (correspondence, agreements and pleadings).
  • Manages and assists complex document production (including Bates Stamping).
  • Drafts simple pleadings and correspondence.
  • Prepares court filings (make copies for filing, service copies, prepare attorney service order slip).
  • Files documents with various courts (traditional and efilings).
  • Prepares documents for mandatory efiling for State and Federal courts (create pdf file; convert pdf file to a searchable document; bookmark all exhibits).
  • Creates Table of Contents and Table of Authorities utilizing tables function in Word and create them with accuracy.
  • Efiling in Federal courts and Court of Appeals.
  • Prepares/finalizes discovery (propounded and/or responses).
  • Prepares shell responses to propounded discovery accurately and efficiently.
  • Communicates with court staff regarding various issues.
  • Handles outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys (calendar any related deadlines, court appearances, meetings, mediations, etc.).
  • Maintains calendars to include coordination and scheduling meetings, depositions, conference calls, send calendar invites and reminders, reserve conference rooms. Track deadlines and status of cases/matters, and update attorneys on court deadlines.
  • Prepares Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines.
  • Schedules local and outoftown depositions; schedules conference rooms (in office and remotely), coordinates court reporter/videographer.
  • Coordinates Mediation dates.
  • Scans and uploads documents to Neos.
  • Assists with trial preparation: create trial notebooks; coordinates trial copy jobs with copy service; coordinates delivery and picks up of trial notebooks, etc. from court.
  • Creates Masters for new files (Case Information Sheet, Caption, Proof of Service, Letter to Carrier and Client, and Letter to Plaintiff's Counsel).
  • Answers telephones taking detailed messages. At request of attorneys, provide follow up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others.
  • Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations.

Qualifications:

  • Previous law firm experience (2+ years).
  • Litigation experience.
  • Exceptional organization skills.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
  • Teamwork oriented.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
  • Knowledge of legal terminology and principles.
  • Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
  • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion with limited guidance.
**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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