Legal Assistant - Litigation

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A. is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for its Litigation Practice Group. The Legal Assistant will provide legal support to their assigned attorneys and paralegals. Responsibilities Assists attorneys and paralegals who specialize in litigation. Maintains calendars, contact lists, client files, and general office files. Reviews and prepares files to be closed at the conclusion of a matter. Types correspondence and legal documents to be reviewed by attorney/paralegal. Schedules calls, client meetings, mediations, and other events. Electronically files documents with county, state, and federal court systems. Scans and saves documents to internal document management system (NetDocs). Monitors incoming mail and ensures that outgoing mail is timely delivered. Greets clients and visitors; maintains good customer service with clients and visitors. Enters attorney/paralegal time into timekeeping system. Works with Finance to review and revise bills and finalize for client mailing. Other administrative duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years' experience as a litigation assistant in a law firm or legal setting. Ability to work as a productive member of a team. Ability to multitask, especially under pressure, and manage a high volume of work efficiently. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. NetDocs experience a plus. Exceptional proofreading skills and the ability to apply grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Individuals must be detail oriented, dependable, and display good judgment. The ability to lift a minimum of ten pounds. .