About this position
Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities:
· Prepare, revise, proofread, format, and distribute legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other materials from written drafts, dictation, or templates.
· Prepare and file litigation documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings, tables of contents, tables of authorities, exhibits, and other court-required materials.
· Organize, maintain, and manage electronic and paper client files, litigation documents, exhibits, pleadings, binders, and records in accordance with firm policies and procedures.
· Monitor litigation deadlines, court filings, docket entries, and case-related activities; coordinate timely submission of documents into the firm's docketing system.
· Manage attorneys’ calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, court dates, depositions, client meetings, and other key deadlines and scheduling needs.
· Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and other litigation proceedings.
· Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, opposing counsel, vendors, and firm personnel while delivering exceptional client service.
· Support matter administration by processing new client and matter intake, conflict checks, billing requests, expense reports, check requests, mail, and other administrative tasks.
· Enter attorney time, maintain matter information, generate reports, and utilize document management, timekeeping, case management, and workflow systems to support efficient matter management.
· Support compliance with court rules, filing requirements, firm policies, and confidentiality standards.
· Participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance technical and administrative skills.
· Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
Qualifications:
· High School diploma or equivalent required
· 5+ years of litigation administrative support experience, preferably supporting multiple attorneys in a law firm, professional services organization, or corporate legal department.
· Experience with state and federal court filing procedures, including electronic filing systems.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with document management, docketing, timekeeping, and case management systems.
· Ability to prepare and format complex legal documents, filings, exhibits, and related litigation materials.
· Excellent organizational, time management, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
· Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
· Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on client service.
· Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and function effectively within a collaborative team environment.
· Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
Location and commute
Columbus, OH .
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3219903791.