Legal Practice Assistant

Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Charlotte, NC office for a full-time, experienced legal practice assistant. The legal practice assistant will be responsible for drafting legal documents, filing subpoenas, and conducting legal research while maintaining strict timelines and deadlines. This position requires expertise in legal terminology, document preparation, and case management, as well as familiarity with state and federal court procedures. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will also possess proficiency in various legal software and tools to facilitate efficient operations.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

• Prepare, edit, and proof briefs, motions, discovery, pleadings, memos, correspondence and other similar legal draft documents and reports
• Prepare, edit and/or file subpoenas, briefs, pleadings, and other filings in state/federal court
• Schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings, travel and depositions
• Enter billable time and edit time and pre-bills as needed
• Process expense reimbursements
• Answer incoming calls; prepare documents for shipment
• Open and maintain client files, cases files and organizational documents
• Perform paralegal duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes including case management from inception through discovery and verdict
• Maintain calendars including court deadlines and appearances
• Conduct searches through computer databases such as library, Secretary of State, PACER, SJIS, LEXIS, Internet, Autotrack, etc.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations
• Prepare summaries and analyses of research, reports, and create complex database of documents
• Review documents for privileged material and prepare drafts of discovery documents
• Assist with discovery matters and handle document productions
• Attend mediations, depositions, hearings, conferences, trials, and other court meetings as needed
• Other responsibilities as needed
  
  

The Essentials

• A bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification or degree, or appropriate combination of education/experience
• Two or more years of litigation experience required
• Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedures, state and federal court procedures, and electronic filing
• Experience with bankruptcy law a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word; strong document management knowledge, knowledge of e-discovery, Trial Director, OnQ, and Relativity preferred
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, and proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
• Strong communication and drafting skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Some overtime may be required
  
  

Additional Information

With a one-firm culture across our 22 offices, Burr & Forman is committed to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. We enjoy a highly collaborative culture in a familiar environment where individual contributions are recognized and valued. Our clients have local, national, and international interests, and the work we do is interesting and important. If you’re a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team at Burr & Forman.

Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits.

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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