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Wilson Elser · 9 hours ago

Legal Secretary -

New Jersey, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. They are currently seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Madison office, where the role involves preparing legal filings, managing documents, and supporting attorneys in their litigation efforts.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Prepare legal filings: format documents, pull exhibits, proofread and redact documents

Prepare court filings, become familiar with court rules and filing procedures

E-file court filings in both state and federal courts

Open new matters

Document management and organization and saving to networks

Prepare cover letters for attorney bills

Input billing information into billing software

Schedule conferences and depositions, maintain attorney calendars

Manage bills for third party vendors, process check requests and follow up with accounting

Familiarity with Dropbox and working with large files is a plus

Qualification

Litigation experienceCourt procedures familiarityE-filing experienceMicrosoft 365 proficiencyMultitaskingAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

3+ years Litigation experience

Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based setting with other Legal Secretaries supporting a group of attorneys

Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks

Excellent attention to detail with ability to multitask

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment

Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Familiarity with insurance defense

Familiarity with court procedures and e-filings in Massachusetts and/or New Hampshire

Familiarity with Dropbox and working with large files

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan

Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement

Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Company

Wilson Elser

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Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States.

Founded in 1978

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.wilsonelser.com

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