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Roetzel & Andress · 6 hours ago

Litigation Legal Assistant

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Roetzel & Andress is seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant for their Akron office. The role involves providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys, managing client files, and ensuring compliance with legal documentation processes.

Consulting

Responsibilities

Provides administrative and clerical support to the attorney(s) in support of their specific practice group’s needs and requirements

Demonstrate proficiency in current legal terminology and software used within the firm

Draft, edit, and prepare legal correspondence, court documents, and internal forms using document management systems and formatting tools

Electronically file and record documents in relevant jurisdictions, and coordinate delivery for courts or agencies not accepting digital submissions

Assist Central Docketing team on a daily basis

Organize, update, and maintain digital client files in iManage, ensuring all documents and correspondence are promptly uploaded and accurately categorized

Process and profile all incoming, outgoing, and internal mail, digitally within the firm’s document management system, iManage

Effectively manage and update the calendars and schedules of assigned attorneys, leveraging digital scheduling tools and coordinating with the Central Docketing team for litigation deadlines

Communicate with clients, courts, and professional contacts on behalf of attorneys, utilizing secure email and virtual communication platforms

Enter and process client disbursement and billing records using established electronic accounting procedures

Arrange and coordinate travel using online booking platforms to streamline logistics for attorneys and legal teams

Adapt to evolving firm technologies, participating in ongoing training to continually enhance operational efficiency and uphold the firm’s standards

Qualification

Litigation experienceLegal terminology proficiencyDocument management systemsIManage proficiencyE-filing systemsTyping skills 60+ wpmClient-focused approachFlexible attitudeGrammar skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience

Experience in legal litigation (required)

Demonstrate proficiency in current legal terminology and software used within the firm

Draft, edit, and prepare legal correspondence, court documents, and internal forms using document management systems and formatting tools

Electronically file and record documents in relevant jurisdictions, and coordinate delivery for courts or agencies not accepting digital submissions

Assist Central Docketing team on a daily basis

Organize, update, and maintain digital client files in iManage, ensuring all documents and correspondence are promptly uploaded and accurately categorized

Process and profile all incoming, outgoing, and internal mail, digitally within the firm's document management system, iManage

Effectively manage and update the calendars and schedules of assigned attorneys, leveraging digital scheduling tools and coordinating with the Central Docketing team for litigation deadlines

Communicate with clients, courts, and professional contacts on behalf of attorneys, utilizing secure email and virtual communication platforms

Enter and process client disbursement and billing records using established electronic accounting procedures

Arrange and coordinate travel using online booking platforms to streamline logistics for attorneys and legal teams

Adapt to evolving firm technologies, participating in ongoing training to continually enhance operational efficiency and uphold the firm's standards

High School graduate or equivalency required

Typing skills of 60+ wpm required

Proficiency in current and emerging technologies relevant to legal practice (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, iManage, e-filing systems)

Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure with deadlines and changing priorities

Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work and time

Flexible attitude towards daily tasks

Demonstrates a professional and client-focused approach in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and professional associates

Possesses strong knowledge of legal vocabulary and abbreviations, along with excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills

Proficient in practice-specific technology platforms

The candidate must also pass a background check as a condition for employment

Preferred

Medical defense experience a plus

Post-secondary related education or training preferred

Minimum five years prior legal assistant experience is preferred

Benefits

Medical defense experience a plus.

Competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Company

Roetzel & Andress

Roetzel & Andress is a full service law firm with offices located throughout Ohio and Florida, as well as in Chicago, Detroit, Lexington and Washington, D.C.

Founded in 1876

Akron, Ohio, USA

201-500 employees