Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Kaempfer Crowell (“the Firm”) is one of Nevada’s most prominent law firms whose legal teams have a long history of creating winning strategies to help clients solve important and complex business issues. Kaempfer Crowell is a culture-driven law firm with offices in Reno, Carson City and Las Vegas. We share a commitment to making Nevada and our local communities a better place in which to live and work. The Firm is also committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at every level.

Kaempfer Crowell is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Litigation and Administrative Practice Group in the Reno office. In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative support to attorneys, professionals, clients and others outside your group as needed to ensure smooth operation of litigation and administrative matters. You will be expected to maintain a positive and high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of your work.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Manage court filings, including e-filing in state (including justice court) and federal courts, including the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for multiple attorneys with fast-paced litigation and administrative practices.
• Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery responses as well as other legal documents.
• Maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly organized and up to date.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and client meetings, coordinating with courts and opposing counsel as needed.
• Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely filings.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, government agencies, and opposing counsel.
• Maintain, organize, and manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and other submissions.
• Support attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials.
• Assist in preparing trial materials, including exhibits and witness lists.
• Provide general support, including answering phones, managing mail, and greeting clients.
• Organize and maintain documents in both paper and electronic filing systems.
• Manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance in the office.
• Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT YOU :

• High school diploma or equivalent required and least three years of recent successful relevant experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal in Nevada.
• Familiarity with Nevada and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and local court rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic filing systems and procedures in Nevada state and federal courts.
• Experience with filings and procedures before the Nevada Division of Water Resources and other state administrative agencies is preferred.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to quickly changing priorities.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms, and legal practice management software including LMS, Compulaw, and Sharepoint.
• Keen understanding of litigation practice in Nevada courts.
• Knowledge of laws and legal codes.
• Perform essential job functions with a high level of accuracy, completeness and legal compliance.
• Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative, team environment with employees at all levels within the Firm.
• Able to correctly interpret, explain and apply policies and procedures.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and precisely.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Fully understand and follow verbal and written directions and instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, high attention to detail and able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide effective client service and public relations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications: Work, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Teams.
• Experience using legal systems and software platforms.
• Able to work in office on Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
• Must be a bonded Nevada notary with a current and valid appointment. Willing to provide notary bond information to the Firm upon hire.

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Job tasks may be performed in close physical proximity to other people.
• Work is typically performed in an office environment while sitting at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Requires repetitive physical and mental activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may be occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts when working with office machines.
• You will be required to frequently stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms when working with documents, files, computers, or office machines.
• This position requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Therefore, exposure to sounds and noise levels may be distracting or uncomfortable.

ABOUT THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

Kaempfer Crowell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Opportunities for annual pay increases and performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage with significant employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Health Savings Accounts and a 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching contributions.
• Covered parking and more.

*Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors including experience, skills and education .

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join us in making a difference in the legal landscape!

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. The Firm reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary to meet ongoing needs of the Firm.