Legal Assistant - Litigation
About The Position
The Buffalo office of Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be key to supporting the administrative functions of the group. Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 230 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience, personal injury or malpractice experience a plus
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
- Experience with editing, revising and drafting of legal documents
- Ability to complete projects with little direction
- Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High accuracy rate and strong attention to detail
- Ability to maintain composure under pressure
- Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information
- Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products
Nice To Haves
- Experience with ProLaw preferred
- Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience, personal injury or malpractice experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Prepare memoranda for opening new matters
- Drafting, editing, and formatting of legal documents
- Monitor and update attorney and non-attorney professional calendar(s)
- Prepare and send out transmittal letters
- Prepare and submit expense reports
- Save, print, scan, and file all transmittal documents on each file
- File with State and Federal Courts
- Prepare for depositions
- Assist with discovery
- Prepare and organize exhibits
- Perform general office duties as required
Benefits
- Full time employees are also eligible for a year-end bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month following hire; immediate eligibility for the firm’s 401(k) and profit sharing plan; firm-arranged parking at our downtown locations; firm-paid long-term disability coverage for all employees; and firm-provided life and AD&D insurance for staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
