Legal Support Supervisor at Scott & Associates, PC

Plano, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jul, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Support, Supervision, Docket Management, Litigation Support, Case Management, Document Review, Trial Preparation, E-filing, Legal Terminology, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Communication Skills, Attention To Detail, Training, Performance Monitoring, Confidentiality

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Scott & Associates, P.C., operating in partnership with S&A Legal Management Services, Inc., is a legal recoveries organization committed to providing exceptional legal representation to industry clients. We pledge to provide distinctive quality and unparalleled service. Each employee is essential to fulfilling our mission and achieving our vision through hard work, dedication, and collaborative spirit. We are currently seeking a Legal Support Supervisor to join our Texas Litigation team. POSITION SUMMARY The Legal Support Supervisor works at the direction of the State Litigation Manager to assist in the supervision and management of the state docket team, including e-filing, case direction, trial preparation, appearance assignment, trial results, and related case activity. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: * Responsible for daily supervision of litigation support staff * Ensure support staff is properly and efficiently executing tasks related to docket management, document review, submission, preparation, assembly, and mailing, and case management so that files are moving through the litigation process as expected * Assist in the hiring, training, discipline, and growth of team members. Monitor productivity, performance, quality and compliance of these teams * Respond to inquiries from other departments on the handling of litigation accounts * Assist the Remote office manager in assuring efficient litigation case management, pursuant to Firm and Client standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) * Ability to work efficiently with excellent attention to detail in a high-volume fast paced environment * Minimum three years of relevant work experience in the legal field; equivalent combination of education and/or experience considered * Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in a supervisory role * Knowledge of legal terminology and legal document management (e.g., briefs, summonses, complaints, motions, pleadings, and discovery) * Familiarity with litigation management software systems * Effective oral and written communication skills with knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation usage * Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Power Point; ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, fax machine, printer, scanner, and computer; proficient with internet research * Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively * Ability to be flexible to adapt and act quickly when urgent matters require it * Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies * Ability to maintain confidentiality PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. NOTE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Responsibilities

The Legal Support Supervisor is responsible for the daily supervision of litigation support staff and ensuring efficient docket and case management. They also assist with hiring, training, and monitoring the performance and compliance of the litigation team.