Job Description
The job title for this position is Litigation Legal Assistant and it is located in Miami, United States. The position falls under the Business Services department and is open to candidates with at least 5-10 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting. The salary for this position is not mentioned in the description, but it is likely to be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience and skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to litigation attorneys/paralegals - Review and proofread correspondence and documents with exceptional attention to detail - Produce accurate documents and correspondence in a timely manner - File documents with various federal, state, and appellate courts - Manage attorney calendars and schedule appointments and meetings - Input case deadlines into the firm's docketing program - Maintain electronic files for client matters - Prepare shells for pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence - Coordinate depositions, including booking court reporters - Perform reception and office coordination duties - Handle other administrative tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5-10 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting - High School diploma or GED required - Extensive experience with State and Federal eFilings - Proficient to advanced user of Microsoft Word and Outlook - Proficient to advanced user of PDF programs such as Adobe, Nuance/Kofax, etc. - Highly organized and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment - Excellent command of grammar and punctuation - Experience with document management systems such as FileSite, iManage, or equivalent - Strong in-office presence required
Clyde & Co is a global law firm with over 70 offices worldwide and a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, and 3,200 legal professionals. The firm's focus is on helping organizations navigate risk and maximize opportunities in global trade and commercial activity. The firm values diversity and inclusivity and is committed to recruiting and promoting qualified individuals without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected basis.
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In summary, the Litigation Legal Assistant position at Clyde & Co's Miami office is a great opportunity for an experienced legal assistant to join a leading global law firm. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of litigation experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in eFilings and document management systems. The firm values diversity and inclusivity and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
