Litigation Legal Assistant

Our Firm is currently in the process of recruiting a Legal Assistant/Paralegal. The primary area of law is Litigation, but having Bankruptcy and/or Family law experience is a plus. This position will provide support for two or three busy attorneys and in a highly collaborative working environment. Primary Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to:· Preparing, finalizing, and filing documents in our filing system and in court, if necessary · Preparing and finalizing client correspondence; maintaining attorney docket; and client meetings· Handle administrative confidential/sensitive Firm and/or client information.Experience & Qualifications· The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years legal assistant experience with Litigation in a mid-large sized firm; and be proficient in administrative tasks including, but not limited to: document preparation, expense reimbursement, telephone contact, travel arrangements and calendar maintenance. · Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and able to provide excellent client/customer service.· Qualified candidates must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and E-Filing. Must exhibit strong typing skills and have the ability to learn and quickly become proficient in new computer software programs; · Candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication, strong proofreading, and organizational skills. Candidate should also be detail oriented, be able to multi-task and have the knowledge and skills necessary to prioritize the workload independently; and · Must possess a team-oriented mindset. · Must be willing to address any work issues with their attorney(s).We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information/expectations to careers@whitakerchalk.com