Legal Assistant - Litigation

Legal Assistant PositionUnder general supervision, the Legal Assistant performs complex and specialized trial litigation secretarial and clerical support activities related to the specific work and function of the attorney(s) to whom assigned. The Legal Assistant is highly skilled in providing executive-level support and ensures a high standard of client relations and client satisfaction in all aspects of the role.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesComplete assignments including drafting, revisions and finalization of correspondence, pleadings (including tables of authorities), court forms, memoranda, and redline comparisonsConflicts checks, opening new client matters and obtaining conflicts waivers, if necessaryDraft and serve discovery documentsPrepare and send correspondence and/or emails to clients and/or opposing partiesAssist attorneys with arranging and preparing for depositionsAssist with trial preparation and trial supportCalendar relevant datesProcess invoices, organize files, prepare expense reportsArrange for travel, meetings/depositions (in office or out of office); and remote court appearancesAll branches of the New York Civil Court (including Supreme, Appellate and U.S. District Courts) filings (manual and/or electronic, where applicable) and service of pleadingsMaintain and organize physical and electronic attorney files in accordance with department policies, practices and proceduresAttend training sessions offered by the Firm as required or requestedProduction, including creation of flash drives and/or pdf of same for transmittal to client, along with hard copiesRetrieval and assembly of exhibits and hearing binders, as neededProvide peer supportEducation and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred. Minimum of 5-7 years of law firm experience at a litigation desk.QualificationsAbility to work through complex document markups and instructions in a timely mannerAbility to multi-task, manage and process work flow timely and accuratelyExtensive knowledge of Federal and State court electronic filing systems, ADR and JAMS mediation processesKnowledge of various court rules on the state and federal levelsAbility to communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, co-workers and managementMinimum typing speed of 70 wpmProficient in Microsoft Suite, including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Adobe and OutlookProficient in iTimekeep or similar time entry softwareAdvanced proficiency in NetDocs or similar programsMust be team player, proactive, flexible, organized and able to work under pressureOther DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.EEO StatementAllen Matkins LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, all other characteristics prohibited by law, or gender identity and/or expression.California Consumer Privacy ActWe will collect the personal information you provide in connection with this application as well as information included with any other document(s) you provide us. We may use this information to evaluate your application and consider you for employment with Allen Matkins. We may share this information with third parties for any of the following purposes: (i) to confirm the accuracy of the information provided; (ii) to conduct a background check; (iii) to confirm or evaluate potential conflicts of interest; and/or (iv) to check references. If you accept an offer with Allen Matkins, we may use this information to provide you with the benefits of your employment. Our employees' personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, available at Matkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive compensation & benefits package. The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year. Actual salary will depend upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, job-related skills, qualifications, and location.