Legal Assistant

at  Robert Half

Dallas, TX 75254, USA -

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Immediate15 Feb, 2025Not Specified17 Nov, 20243 year(s) or aboveGood communication skillsNoNo
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Description:

We are inviting a Litigation Legall Assistant to join our team in one of the most popular and respected law firms based in Dallas, Texas. As a Legal Assistant, you will have a vital role in supporting our attorneys, processing legal documents, managing databases, and handling client interactions.

Responsibilities:

  • Undertake the preparation and editing of legal documents and correspondence, ensuring their accuracy and completeness.
  • Conduct proofreading and citation checking of briefs.
  • Effectively manage and monitor the scheduling of deadlines and key dates.
  • Handle filings in federal courts.
  • Maintain and organize document management databases.
  • Promptly review, organize, and process client billing.
  • Conduct research and respond to information requests from attorneys and clients.
  • Accurately enter attorney time and review and revise timesheets.
  • Manage interaction with clients and other contacts regarding meetings and scheduling.
  • Coordinate business travel arrangements.
  • Develop and organize both electronic and physical files, maintaining systems for organization and efficiency.
  • Prepare conflict of interest checks and open new client files.
  • Draft engagement letters and conflict waivers.
  • Collaborate with the Audit Committee to prepare audit responses for clients.
  • Process expense reports and reimbursement requests.
  • Assist assigned attorneys with CLE compliance and business development activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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  • Applicant must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant.
  • Prior litigation experience is required, ideal candidate will have bankruptcy experience, but is not required
  • Experience with Case Management Software is essential.
  • Ability to manage calendars effectively.
  • Strong client relations skills are necessary.
  • Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal, are required.
  • Should have experience filing with the federal courts
  • Knowledge of Consumer Bankruptcy is a plus
  • Familiarity with Commercial Litigation is expected.
  • Experience in Complex Business Litigation is required.
  • Defense Litigation skills is needed

Every success starts with a single step in the right direction. Call Rosie Jones about this opportunity! 214-999-0909
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REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:3.0Max:8.0 year(s)

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Dallas, TX 75254, USA