Jones Walker LLP · 2 weeks ago
Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation
New Orleans,LA,US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelJones Walker LLP is one of the largest law firms in the United States, committed to delivering exceptional service and value for clients. They are seeking a proactive and highly organized Legal Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to litigators in their New Orleans office, ensuring efficient management of legal documents and schedules.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Edit, format, print, and revise letters, memos, reports, forms, labels, and other printed material
Open and close client files and maintain files keeping them organized and current, both in electronic and hard copy format; retrieve closed files as required
Manage attorneys’ calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate court appearances, depositions, and other out of office matters
Facilitate meeting deadlines by providing timely reminders to attorneys
File legal pleadings and other documentation with courts and administrative agencies
Proofread all documents produced, checking for appropriate formatting, correct spelling, and grammatical errors; ensure that all attachments, exhibits, and enclosures are intact
Process time entries and prepare client billing
Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Communicate with clients, courts, and third-party vendors on behalf of attorneys
Support deposition, hearing, and trial preparation including compiling exhibits, preparing binders, and managing logistics
Handle expense reimbursements for attorneys
Prepare and process check requests and invoices for payment by the Accounting department
Proactively build and coordinate relationships with other Legal Administrative Assistants and teams
Answer phone calls, take messages, and redirect calls when appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
Previous experience in a legal administrative or litigation support role or related experience
Familiarity with, or the ability to rapidly acquire familiarity with, relevant court rules and procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to work with legal practice management software and court filing platforms
Willingness and ability to embrace new technology and platforms and the ability to learn new programs and processes quickly
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented, well-organized, and the ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Company
Jones Walker LLP
Jones Walker LLP provides an extensive range of legal services to a national and international corporate client base through offices in Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, Texas, and Washington, DC.
Founded in 1937
501-1000 employees
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