Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation (Lehi Office)

Job Description

Job Description

Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar P.C. a well-established law firm, located in Lehi, Utah, is seeking a full-time experienced litigation Legal Administrative Assistant. This position will provide legal and administrative support to Litigation lawyers in a highly collaborative working environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file court documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings
• Responsible for document preparation including pleadings, editing, file maintenance and, client billing
• Preparation of correspondence and responses for mailing, faxing, courier, FEDEX, including the certificate of mailing, copy and filing of documents as per client instructions and/or protocol
• Manage and maintain accurate and organized physical and electronic files
• Enter and review timekeepers entries and assist in the preparation of billing ensuring timely submission of invoices
• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients in person and by phone
• Process expense reimbursements
• Handle confidential and sensitive firm and client information with discretion
• Handle administrative confidential/sensitive firm and/or client information
• Other duties as may be assigned to fully meet the requirements for this position

Experience & Qualifications

• 5-7 years of Litigation experience in a mid to large sized law firm
• Proficient in legal and administrative tasks including, but not limited to, document preparation, filing, time entry, billing, expenses, telephone contact, and calendar maintenance
• Working knowledge of local court rules and procedures
• Possess exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, work independently, and multi-task a must. Ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and excellent client service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required. Knowledge of ShoreTel, iManage, is a plus.
• Must have a solid ability to learn and adapt to new software programs are essential
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and professional correspondence
• Demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and manage incoming and outgoing requests efficiently
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment

Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar P.C. offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, team-oriented atmosphere and to enjoy the benefits and resources of a global law firm. We offer an outstanding work environment including competitive compensation and a robust benefits package.

Dentons Durham Jones Pinegar P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.