Legal Secretary, Litigation

1 day ago

Austin, United States Baker Botts Full time

Baker Botts, a full-service, leading international law firm recognized for our understanding of the industries we serve, is seeking a Litigation Legal Secretary. Under general supervision from Office Administrator, the Litigation Legal Secretary provides full administrative and document processing support to assigned group of attorneys and/or paralegals. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Austin with excellent benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides confidential administrative support to assignments, performing secretarial tasks of a confidential nature including, but not limited to, composing, or preparing documents and correspondence. This may require spending long periods of time at a computer workstation.
  • Establishes, maintains, processes, and/or oversees electronic files, correspondence, databases, records, certificates, and/or other documents.
  • Prepares complex legal documents and correspondence requiring knowledge of legal terminology and advanced formatting skills.
  • Schedules appointments and performs other tasks related to maintaining assignments' calendars; schedules and coordinates meetings and conferences, including extensive travel, lodging, transportation, and meal arrangements.
  • Coordinates outsourced copy jobs. Provides photocopying and/or scanning of correspondence, documents, and other printed materials.
  • May require lifting and carrying file folders without assistance.
  • Handles in-coming correspondence (including gathering and/or preparing needed materials for lawyer's review of same in timely fashion), as well as out-going correspondence, including mail, emails to clients, faxes, hand deliveries, FedEx's, etc.
  • Drafts, edits and disseminates information through presentations, charts, graphs, diagrams, spreadsheets, letters, email, mail, memos, itineraries, etc.
  • Answers telephones and delivers accurate and timely messages.
  • Reviews and revises monthly proformas; prepares correspondence for each and submits revised proformas and drafts letters to lawyer for approval; submits to accounting department for final invoices; mails/emails/e-submits specific invoices to clients.
  • Occasionally, inputs attorney time as needed utilizing the Firm's time entry software.
  • Interacts with clients, vendors, attorneys, and staff to maintain good relations.
  • Maintains workstation and surrounding area which may require lifting, squatting, kneeling, or bending.
  • Closes files per lawyer requests in Firm software, currently NBI.
  • Reconciles and submits travel, client development, and client expenses for reimbursement through Chrome River and reconciles AMEX statements for all assignments.
  • Other projects as assigned by the Partner in Charge and Office Administrator.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma required; Some college and/or PLS Certification desirable.
  • At least three years of related office experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
  • Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
  • Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
  • Strong organizational and records management skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and with tact and diplomacy, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  • Advanced computer and software application skills. Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point is required. Proficiency with FileSite document management is a plus.
  • Proficiency with e-filing in federal and state courts is desired.
  • Ability to proofread typed material for grammatical, typographical or spelling errors.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time restraints.
  • Must be able to work at a computer for considerable periods of time.
  • Position is full-time and requires a five-day workweek and standard hours as outlined in the firm policy manual. Work frequently requires more than the regularly scheduled 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
Extent of Contact (Within and outside the Firm)
  • Extensive daily contacts with lawyers, staff, and colleagues in local office as well as Firmwide.
  • Moderate to high degree of contact with clients and lawyers with other firms.
  • Occasional contact with vendors, legal associations, and publications.
Physical Demands
  • Moderate physical activity and must be able to work at a computer for considerable periods of time.
  • On occasion, may have to lift and carry file folders weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Position requires some telephone use.
  • Must be able to lift, squat, kneel and bend.
Working Condition and Environment
  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
  • This position is a full-time position requiring a 5-day work week and standard hours as outlined in the firm policy manual. Additional hours will be required when necessary to meet established deadlines or stay current with occasional peaks in workload.
  • This role may be hybrid and will require a minimum of three days per week (or at least 60%) present in the office, and up to two days per week (40%) may be performed remotely.
  • Must be available to work overtime, including weekend hours, when necessary to meet established deadlines or stay current with occasional peaks in workload. Must be willing to change regular work schedule to meet the needs of the Firm.
  • Must be able to perform essential duties of the position with time constraints and frequent interruptions.

Baker Botts is committed to cultivating a culture where our attorneys and staff thrive professionally and personally. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to support and enhance the overall wellbeing of our employees and their families.

Baker Botts L.L.P. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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