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Norton Rose Fulbright · 10 hours ago

Practice Specialist

San Francisco, California, USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$108K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with a strong focus on industry-specific strategies. The Practice Specialist role involves providing advanced administrative, operational, and strategic support for litigation and transactional matters within the Disputes practice group, leveraging legal expertise and technology to enhance client services.

FinanceLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide specialized support for both litigation and transactional matters, including document production, organization, research, and client service

Draft, format, and finalize a wide range of legal documents (correspondence, memoranda, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, agreements, etc.)

Proofread and review documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with firm standards

Manage complex calendars, coordinate virtual and in-person meetings, depositions, and events, and facilitate remote collaboration using digital tools

Oversee electronic filing with courts and regulatory bodies, staying current on requirements and deadlines for both litigation and transactional filings

Maintain and organize client files and matter records in the firm’s document management system, ensuring accessibility for remote teams

Prepare and process new client/matter forms, conduct conflicts searches, draft engagement letters, and assist with budgeting and billing processes

Support time entry, work-in-progress tracking, and accounts receivable management for assigned partners

Exercise judgment in delegating tasks to firm resources and track completion of delegated projects

Serve as a point of contact for clients, outside counsel, and internal teams, facilitating communication and follow-up remotely

Maintain and update contact lists, coordinate mailings, and manage digital communications as directed

Track deadlines and status of cases/matters, proactively updating lawyers and relevant departments

Assist paralegals and perform select paralegal duties as assigned, supporting both litigation and transactional teams

Collaborate with other practice group support members, providing overflow and backup support as needed

Contribute to practice group initiatives, process improvements, and technology adoption to enhance remote work capabilities

Qualification

Legal processesProject managementMicrosoft Office SuiteAdobe AcrobatLitigation calendaring softwareAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTime managementConfidentiality

Required

Minimum 5 years of experience in a law firm or professional services organization, with exposure to both litigation and transactional work

Experience with paralegal activities preferred

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma required

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and remote collaboration tools

Experience with litigation calendaring and software (Compulaw preferred); familiarity with transactional processes a plus

Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment

Self-starter with flexibility to work overtime as needed

Commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and accountability

Strong time management and prioritization skills

Ability to learn and apply firm principles and best practices

Preferred

Experience with paralegal activities preferred

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

Access to three medical plans

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability insurance

Pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts

401(k) savings plan

Profit-sharing plans if eligible

Competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm

Generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren)

11 Firm holidays

Company

Norton Rose Fulbright

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Norton Rose Fulbright provide the world’s pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service.

Founded in 2011

Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BEL

5001-10000 employees

http://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/in

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