Miller Canfield · 11 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMiller Canfield is an international law firm with a rich history and a commitment to delivering world-class legal services. They are seeking an experienced Litigation/Real Estate Legal Administrative Assistant knowledgeable in Ohio law to assist in the preparation of legal documents, manage caseloads, and coordinate client billing matters in their Cleveland office.
ConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Assists in the preparation of legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, and pleadings
Types, revises, and proofreads legal documents accurately, prioritizes assignments, and meets specific deadlines on projects
Performs caseload and database management of files and e-filing in Michigan and Illinois State Courts, and Bankruptcy/Federal Courts
Assembles, organizes, and prepares documents for filing into our filing systems
Coordinates client billing matters; assists with client billing process
Coordinates schedules; arranges meetings and reserves conference rooms
Opens new client/matters, requests conflict of interest checks. Drafts engagement and audit letters
Conducts periodic review for possible storage of older files; prepares files to be closed
Makes travel arrangements and prepares itineraries
Processes mail, and messenger services as required
Keeps up to date on changing court filing requirements. Serves as liaison between assigned attorney and court system
Administrative responsibilities, including preparing expense reports, check requests and reimbursement requests
Receives clients and visitors; maintains good public relations with clients; observes confidentiality of attorney-client relationship
Effectively and professionally communicates via e-mail and via telephone with clients, attorneys, and other staff members
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum High School Diploma/GED
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and excellent computer, organizational, spelling, grammar, and time management skills
Knowledge of complete litigation processes
Knowledge of bankruptcy litigation, pre- and post-judgment remedies, including receiverships, foreclosures, debt sales and debt restructures a plus
Knowledge of drafting standard pleadings
Knowledge of electronic court filings in Michigan and Ohio State and Federal Courts
Knowledge of client billing process; electronic billing
Ability to docket and follow-up on court dates
Ability to learn proprietary software relating to the attorneys to whom assigned
Ability to work and manipulate PDF and Word documents; familiar with redlining and comparing documents
Ability to work on Excel documents, formatting, printing, converting
Ability to communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with clients, visitors, staff, and timekeepers
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints and work overtime, as necessary
Ability to work collaboratively in a team; proactively demonstrate teamwork and communication with team members and all Firm personnel
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively both orally and via email and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of attorneys and staff and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact
Ability to work autonomously and with discretion
Ability to handle a very busy desk with multiple projects
Benefits
Paid time off
Excellent family leave (for moms and dads alike)
Flexible assignments
Career advancement
Annual performance reviews
Community involvement opportunities
Health, dental, and life insurance options
Health savings accounts
Long- and short-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Company
Miller Canfield
Miller Canfield is a company that offers legal services in bankruptcy and insolvency.
Founded in 1852
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Megan Norris
Chief Executive Officer
Steve Arwood
CEO of Miller Canfield Consulting
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