Job Details
Midsized firm in SF seeks a litigation secretary with a strong litigation background (preferably in commercial litigation) and trial experience. This person must know how to e-file documents in state and federal courts.
Duties:
- Draft, format and finalize pleadings, memos, and discovery.
- Schedule appointments and maintain attorney calendars; schedule and coordinate meetings. and conferences, including extensive travel, lodging, transportation, and meal arrangements.
- Input attorney time as needed utilizing the Firm s time entry software daily.
- Interact with clients, vendors, attorneys, and staff to maintain good relations.
- Coordinate with records and conflicts departments to open and close matters.
- Reconcile and submit travel, client development, and client expenses for reimbursement through Chrome River and reconcile AMEX statements for all assignments.
- Other projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- At least five years of strong litigation experience
- Must have experience attending trials with attorneys including setting up war rooms, coordinating with local vendors, and other onsite tasks
- Advanced computer and software application skills. Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
- Proficiency with e-filing in federal and state courts
- Experience generating TOCs/TOAs
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
Applicants can submit their resume to Norah at ...@avatapartners.com. We look forward to contacting potential match applicants.