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Title : Litigation Legal Secretary

Location : California - San Francisco
Refer to Job # PDHO705346

This firm is very strong in most practice groups, and in our opinion is an excellent firm to work for. The firm has a long history, and has managed to draw some well-known political figures into its partnership ranks. The associates we have spoken with at this firm describe it as a good place to work and for the most part the associates working here believe that the partners are friendly and accessible. Additionally, the people who work at this firm are all fairly friendly; however, some associates we have spoken with have told us that there appears to be an air of formality to their friendliness. While the Firm does not always get high marks for diversity, much of that has changed in recent years. Additionally, this firm consistently ranks near the top for quality of life issues and the associates who work here all seem to be fairly enthusiastic about the quality of life of the firm. This firm compensates its associates very well, and there are few complaints about compensation issues. While the firm does have a flex time program, many of the associates we have spoken with do not appear that pleased with the program and believe it could use improvement. We should note that one thing that is notable about this firm is that it does appear very well positioned at most times because it is consistently able to generate work and keep its associates in most departments busy.
Litigation Legal Secretary Duties: Under general supervision from the Office Administrator, provides full administrative and document processing support to assigned group of Lawyers and/or paralegals. This is a full time, non-exempt position with excellent benefits. Provides confidential administrative support to assignments, performing secretarial tasks of a confidential nature including, but not limited to, composing or preparing documents and correspondence. This may require spending long periods of time at a computer workstation. Establishes, maintains, processes, and/or oversees electronic files, correspondence, databases, records, certificates, and/or other documents. Prepares complex legal documents and correspondence requiring knowledge of legal terminology and advanced formatting skills. Schedules appointments and performs other tasks related to maintaining assignments calendars; schedules and coordinates meetings and conferences, including extensive travel, lodging, transportation, and meal arrangements. Coordinates outsourced copy jobs. Provides photocopying and/or scanning of correspondence, documents and other printed materials. May require lifting and carrying file folders without assistance. Handles in-coming correspondence (including gathering and/or preparing needed materials for lawyer s review of same in timely fashion), as well as out-going correspondence, including mail, emails to clients, faxes, hand deliveries, FedEx s, etc. Drafts, edits and disseminates information through presentations, charts, graphs, diagrams, spreadsheets, letters, email, mail, memos, itineraries, etc. Answers telephones and delivers accurate and timely messages. Reviews and revises monthly proformas; prepares correspondence for each and submits revised proformas and drafts letters to lawyer for approval; submits to accounting department for final invoices; mails/emails specific invoices to clients. Inputs Lawyer time as needed utilizing the Firm s time entry software on a daily basis. Interacts with clients, vendors, Lawyers and staff to maintain good relations. Maintains workstation and surrounding area which may require lifting, squatting, kneeling, or bending. Closes files per lawyer requests in Firm software, currently NBI. This may require lifting file bank boxes containing client files. Reconciles and submits travel, client development, and client expenses for reimbursement through Metastorm and reconciles AMEX statements for all assignments. Other projects as assigned by the Partner in Charge and Office Administrator. Qualifications: High School Diploma required; Some college and/or PLS Certification desired. 3+ years of related office experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Knowledge of terminology and procedures. Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports. Strong organizational and records management skills. Ability to communicate effectively and with tact and diplomacy, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Advanced computer and software application skills. Ability to proofread typed material for grammatical, typographical or spelling errors. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time restraints. Must be able to work at a computer for considerable periods of time.
 
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