Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

4 weeks ago


Troy, United States Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Full time

$2k Retention Bonus during your 1st year of Employment

The Civil Litigation Legal Assistant assists attorneys by performing legal work on files. We are looking to add someone with previous civil litigation support experience.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

* Assists attorney with management of case files.
* Prepares pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
* Conducts research including case history, asset location, and skip tracing.
* Reviews files, mail, and legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
* Contacts clients, debtors, attorneys, and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
* Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval.
* Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings.
* Attends property sales on behalf of client, as required.
* Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements, as required.
* Coordinates and confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action.
* Forwards accounts to out of town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
* Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc.
* Assists other department staff, as required.
* Reviews, notates and distributes mail and incoming work to appropriate parties.

Qualifications:

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
* Must have 2 years relevant civil litigation support experience.
* Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* Sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
* Good organizational skills.
* Must be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute with accuracy.
* Proficient in office practices and procedures; computer operation; word processing software; internet research.

Compensation and Benefits:

* starting pay at $23 hr.
* Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 8 Company paid holidays.
* Competitive benefits -- Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance after 30 days and 401(k).
* Promotional opportunities from within the firm.
* Fun participation in community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions.
* Employee Perks Available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
* On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available.

Weltman is an EEO Employer.



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