Legal Assistant

SALARY: $54-58k a year based on experience BENEFITS: Medical and Dental Insurance - firm pays100% of the employee's premiums Paid Vacation and sick days 12 paid holidays Weekly 1 work from home day -assigned date based on team availability 401k and profit-sharing plan - all full time employees are eligible after 1 year REQUIREMENTS: At least 3+ years litigation experience Plaintiff experience in person injury preferred JOB DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES: Our complex litigation team is searching for a legal assistant with experience handling mass and class action cases. The successful candidate is willing and able to work in person and has a background in calendaring, legal filing in state and federal court, assistance with drafting pleadings, propounding, and answering discovery, preparation for trials and handling client calls Due to the fast past environment, it is necessary to be efficient, organized, detail oriented, able to prioritize duties and adhere to company policies and procedures QUALIFICATIONS Technologically savvy including proficient in Microsoft Office. Familiarity with federal and state codes of civil procedure and litigation processes. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Resourceful and proactive in dealing with internal and external issues. Ability to organize, prioritize, and work under pressure. Ability to negotiate and problem solve. Compensation: DOE. Education and Experience: At least 2 years complex litigation experience as a Legal Assistant We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr