Legal Secretary

Balch

Birmingham, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Administrative Skills, Billing, Calendar Management, Conference Management, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Request for Information (RFI), Telephone Skills, Time Management, Travel Planning, Videoconferencing
LOCATION
Birmingham, AL
POSTED
Today
Reports To: Office Administrator

Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence including letters, memos, briefs, pleadings, discovery, and reports.
  • Organize and maintain electronic and/or paper files.
  • Maintain and track schedules, deadlines and calendars.
  • Schedule meetings and conferences.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements.
  • Answer incoming telephone calls.
  • Enter, edit and/or finalize billable time and client billings, adhering to Outside Counsel Guidelines for multiple clients.
  • Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
  • Maintain confidentiality of work product.
  • Provide other support as necessary.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, along with experience using video conferencing platforms in a professional environment.
  • Knowledge of ABA Litigation Codes for proper assignment to matters.
  • Experience with Electronically Stored Information (ESI) is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
  • Ability to handle and adjust to competing deadlines and priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
  • Client service focused.
  • Some overtime may be required.
  • Prior litigation experience required, including experience with electronic filing systems in state and federal courts in Alabama.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

About the Company

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