What are the responsibilities and job description for the Practice Support Specialist - LIT/CML position at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP?
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Dinsmore is seeking a Practice Support Specialist at our Houston, TX location who will support multiple attorneys in connection with complex litigation, including all aspects of commercial/contractual disputes. Candidates should have strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills, be highly organized and possess a desire to work as a member of a team. This position has the opportunity for advancement in a successful, growing office.
Responsibilities
Dinsmore is seeking a Practice Support Specialist at our Houston, TX location who will support multiple attorneys in connection with complex litigation, including all aspects of commercial/contractual disputes. Candidates should have strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills, be highly organized and possess a desire to work as a member of a team. This position has the opportunity for advancement in a successful, growing office.
Responsibilities
- Help to manage individual attorney calendars which could include scheduling meetings, conference calls, and travel arrangements; learn departmental docketing system as necessary
- Open and maintain client files
- Provide clerical support to the attorneys and paralegals
- Be trained to coordinate the monthly client billing process
- Provide backup overflow assistance to legal secretaries as needed
- Assist with trial preparation, preparing exhibit binders and other materials necessary for trial
- Coordinate and assist with trial logistics
- Other duties as necessary
- At least three years' Commercial Litigation experience
- Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent word processing skills and intermediate-level use of Microsoft Office Suite, .pdf editing software, and related legal software including electronic document management systems iManage/FileSite, PowerPoint, and Outlook a plus
- Experience using attorney timekeeping and document management systems a plus
- Familiarity with basic online resources
- Knowledge of state and federal court rules and electronic filing procedures
- Possess strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task
- Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment