Morgan & Morgan, P. A.

Legal Services

LitigationAssistant

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Litigation Assistant at Morgan & Morgan, P. A.. Skills: managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, administrative services, supporting the legal team, scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, managing logistics, maintaining pleadings and discovery indexes, organizing exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices, implementing and improving administrative processes, collecting, examining, and organizing evidence and legal documents, drafting and proofreading correspon”

Industry & Context.

Legal Services
Problems you'll solve

exceptional problem-solving skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal, Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision, Great written and communication skills, Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc., Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm

Nice to Have

Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred, Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred), Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas. (preferred)

What You'll Do.

Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines

Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes

Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow

and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation

Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents

such as pleadings and contracts

and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports

Manage client billing by preparing

and sending out bills

as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney

Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings

and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems

Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

supporting the legal team; resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney; Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions

Communication Scope

Great written and communication skills; writing and communication skills

Full Job Description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People. Summary We are seeking a qualified  Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace. Responsibilities Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics) Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business Qualification High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate

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