What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Watters Wolf Bub Hansmann LLC?
The Legal Assistant is responsible for a variety of administrative and litigation tasks. They will work under the supervision of their assigned attorneys and will provide appropriate support to assigned cases.
Requirements:Responsibilities:
· Provide administrative and legal support to a team of Litigation attorneys.
· Prepare and edit email correspondence, legal documents, and memos.
· Prepare and eFile legal documents in State & Federal courts.
· Prepare and finalize legal documents and papers, such as summons, subpoenas, Petitions/Complaints, removals, discovery, motions , etc.
· Assist in scheduling and coordinating trial logistics.
· Prepare and document attorney billable time and reimbursable expenses.
· Assist in scheduling, meeting preparations, and managing calendars.
· Assist with other projects as needed.
Qualifications:
• 2 years of legal assistant experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word 365, Outlook and Excel.
• Familiar with e-filing in Missouri and Federal Courts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience with BigHand dictation, iManage, and SurePoint, preferred but not required.