Litigation Legal Assistant

Practice Coordinator

A global law firm is seeking a Practice Coordinator to support lawyers within their Disputes practice. This is an exciting opportunity to continue developing core litigation skillsets while working closely with a highly-regarded group of lawyers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The Practice Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day administrative operations of the practice, helping keep matters running smoothly and enabling our lawyers to deliver exceptional client service.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Execute document production, including formatting, editing, and finalizing correspondence, memoranda, briefs, motions, and pleadings
• Proofread all documents for accuracy, grammar, and formatting
• E-file with various courts and remain up to date on format, filing requirements and deadlines
• Calendar and monitor case and matter deadlines, notifying lawyers or the docketing team as needed
• Open new clients/matters, including facilitating conflict checks, completing new matter forms, and preparing engagement letters
• Review and edit pre-bills for submission to the billing department and research outstanding invoices and payments as needed
• Maintain organized client and matter files and ensure compliance with firm protocols
• Communicate with courts, agencies, other counsel, and clients to obtain and relay information
• Schedule and manage meetings, calls, and logistics for lawyers and clients
• Reconcile invoices and manage reimbursements in the expense system
• Coordinate travel arrangements and assist with lawyer time entry as needed
• Assist the firm and peers with overflow work and provide backup support, as requested
• May train, assist, and provide orientation for new and less experienced members of staff

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma is required
• Minimum of 5 years' experience performing legal administrative duties in a law firm or professional service organization; litigation experience required
• Proficiency in litigation calendaring and software, Milana preferred
• Ability to anticipate needs, confirm next steps, and proactively identify and resolve issues
• Skilled in the Microsoft Office suite, with a strong ability to learn and adapt to new software quickly
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or collaboratively, while effectively prioritizing workload and ad hoc demands
• Exercises appropriate confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building abilities, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable, resourceful, organized, and detail-oriented