Wilson Elser · 12 hours ago
Legal Secretary
DFW Metroplex
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expWilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with over 1300 attorneys across the United States, recognized among the top 100 law firms. They are seeking a motivated Legal Secretary in their Dallas office, where the role involves drafting correspondence, preparing legal filings, and managing attorney calendars.
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Responsibilities
Draft and send routine correspondence
Prepare legal filings: format, proofread, redact, rename, PDF documents
E-file court filings in various State and Federal courts
Open new matters / process matters for closing
Document downloading, saving, overall management and organization
Schedule conferences and depositions, maintain attorney calendars
Manage bills for third party vendors, prepare check requests and follow up on vendor payments
Qualification
Required
Must have 4+ years Defense Litigation experience, insurance defense experience a plus
Must have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes
Must be familiar with drafting, preparing, and formatting of pleadings
Must have familiarity with State and Federal court procedures and rules, and experience filing documents in both courts
Ability to work in a team-based setting with other legal staff supporting a group of attorneys and provide backup support to all Secretaries when necessary
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment
Excellent typing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office 2013 (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the expectation of engaging daily with firm attorneys
Open to taking on new responsibilities and challenging tasks
Preferred
Experience with filing briefs, TOC and TOA a plus
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
Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States.
1001-5000 employees
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