What are the responsibilities and job description for the Labor and Employment Practice Support Specialist position at Dinsmore \u0026 Shohl LLP?
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Dinsmore is seeking a Practice Support Specialist at our Cincinnati, OH location to support our Labor and Employment practice group.
Responsibilities
- Assist multiple attorneys primarily in connection with employment litigation
- Maintain positive contact with clients, attorneys, and staff
- Provide typical administrative support functions including knowledge of specialized terminology relevant to the practice area
- Maintain schedules and calendars of multiple attorneys
- Preparation of basic pleadings and motion packages
- Manage case documents
- Preparation and service of subpoenas in accordance with court rules
- Docket and calendar litigation deadlines
- File/e-file in State and Federal courts
- Meet client deadlines and adapt to industry changes
- Ensure the effective and timely delivery of outgoing mail, messenger deliveries, overnight deliveries, and facsimiles
- Proofread legal documents as required
- Provide support to attorneys in a high volume, time sensitive atmosphere
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of litigation support experience
- Working knowledge and understanding of State and Federal court rules and procedures
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience using attorney timekeeping software and document management systems
- Ability to effectively organize, plan, and prioritize work
- Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills, and meticulous attention to detail
- Proven success as a positive team player, as well as an independent worker
- Ability to excel in a fast paced environment
Equal Opportunity Employer