About this role
Job title: Litigation Legal Secretary
Overview
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, a national law firm with offices in all 50 States, has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary in its Dallas office. The qualified candidate must have a significant understanding of Texas Court rules, docketing and e-filing procedures in both Federal & State Courts. Ideal candidates should also have five or more years of experience working in a fast-paced defense firm.
This is a full-time position. We offer competitive compensation and a full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Disability, Parental Leave & Life Insurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform administrative responsibilities and collaborate with attorneys, legal support staff and various firm departments.
- Open new matters, interface with and establish ongoing positive business relationships with clients.
- Create, format, edit, proofread, and manage Word documents.
- Draft routine correspondence and forms.
- Track, organize, and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests using Chrome River.
- Manage and maintain lawyers’ schedules and calendars.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Experience as a litigation-focused legal administrative assistant required.
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Ability to adapt to changes in work environment and manage competing demands from multiple attorneys, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism.
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Strong technical, organizational and administrative skills.
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Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Experience with and knowledge of e-filing in state and federal court.
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Some college preferred.
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Experience with Milana a plus.
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The yearly salary range is between $48,000-$100,000. This position is open to all experience levels. The actual salary offered may be above or below the identified range and will be based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, including the location where the position is filled.
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Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is an equal opportunity employer.