Litigation - Legal Assistant

Company: Robert Half
Location: Lake Forest
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Ref ID: 00891072Classification: Legal AssistantCompensation: DOERobert Half Legal is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide administrative, legal secretarial, and/or clerical support for assigned lawyers and other members of the firm as necessary. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years' experience in a litigation setting. Responsibilities: - Create, edit, format and produce Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents as needed- Provide telephone coverage to assigned attorneys - Complete and submit expense reports - Arrange for travel, seminars, conferences, etc. - Manage lawyer calendar appointments for client meetings, conference calls, etc.- Assist with time entries and billing as needed- Perform routine administrative tasks, such as printing, scanning, copying messenger service, etc.- Provide overflow support- Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; inputting information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with attorneys- Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress- Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences; preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining discovery responses; organizing materials for team case review- Enhances trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notesJob Requirements:Requirements: - 2+ years of litigation experience- Ability to maintain confidentiality dealing with sensitive information and client matters.- Flexibility and willingness to work on various assignments, with various attorneys and staff, including overtime as needed- Ability to maintain composure in a high-pressure, fast paced environment- Outstanding interpersonal skills- Strong written and oral communication skills- Ability to type 50-60 wpm- Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteRobert Half Legal matches legal professionals and consultants with remote or on-site jobs on a full-time, project and temporary basis, serving both law firms and corporate legal departments. We also provide teams for complex projects, including litigation, eDiscovery, data privacy, and mergers and acquisitions. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs. When you work with us, you're working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" every year since 1998 and was named to Forbes' inaugural list of America's Best Temporary Staffing Firms. Questions? Call your local office at 1.. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit for more information. -- Robert Half Legal. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project attorneys do not constitute a law firm among themselves. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( ).

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