Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Position: Legal Assistant/Paralegal for two lawyers practicing in the areas of Civil Litigation, Administrative Law, Probate and Family Law.

Job Description: The Legal Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to an attorney on a day-to-day basis, as well as working closely with clients and other team members to ensure effective and timely attention to important legal matters. The ideal candidate has experience in all facets of litigation in federal, state and administrative matters.

Essential Duties:

· Prepare and format correspondence, contracts, court and administrative pleadings and forms, other documents and/or memoranda in draft and in final form from verbal direction, handwritten material, and typed copy;

· Develop and maintain electronic filing systems and naming conventions;

· Draft, edit, and proofread complex and practice-specific legal documents, forms, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and completeness;

· Assist with court filings, notices, pleadings and/or other documents for attorneys as requested, and including proficiency with electronic filing in all state and federal courts;

· Compile, organize, and maintain case files, draft pleadings, motions, and other documents for review by attorneys.

· Assist in preparing for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials by organizing evidence and witnesses;

· Assist with recording of documents related to real property in various jurisdictions in Nevada and California, including electronic recording;

· Provide administrative support to ensure a smooth daily workflow in order to meet project deadlines. This includes word processing, photocopying and scanning, processing of mail and performance of other administrative duties;

· Maintain a legal calendar, scheduling appointments and interviews, and provide reminders of court appearances.

· Handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality;

· Effectively communicate with all clients and law firm team members in a timely and professional manner; and

· Ability to learn new computer programs and software applications and associated technology

Specific Skills/Knowledge:

· Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting tight deadlines without sacrificing quality;

· Exceptional writing and proof reading abilities;

· Effective communication skills;

· Mastery of the English language and grammar to allow for advanced writing and editing of legal documents;

· Meticulous attention to detail;

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best legal practices preferably through continuing legal education (CLE) courses;

· Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat;

· Knowledge of MS Excel and MS Power Point;

· Ability to work independently;

· Ability to problem solve issues

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred);
• Paralegal Education or Certification (preferred);
• 5 years’ experience in a law firm or legal department (preferred); and
• Notary Public (preferred)

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Legal Assistant/Paralegal: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Reno, NV 89519 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000