Litigation Legal Assistant

Whitaker Chalk is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with at least 5 years of litigation experience in a law firm. This position will support two or three busy litigation attorneys in a highly collaborative environment. Primary Responsibilities * Preparing, finalizing, and filing documents * Preparing and finalizing client correspondence; maintaining attorney docket; and client meetings * Handle administrative confidential/sensitive Firm and/or client information. Experience & Qualifications * The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of legal assistant experience with Litigation in a mid-large sized firm; and be proficient in administrative tasks including, but not limited to: document preparation, expense reimbursement, telephone contact, travel arrangements, and docket calendar maintenance; * Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be able to provide excellent client/customer service. * Qualified candidates must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and E-Filing. Must exhibit strong typing skills and have the ability to learn and quickly become proficient in software programs; * Candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication, strong proofreading, and organizational skills. Candidate should also be detail-oriented, be able to multitask, and have the knowledge and skills necessary to prioritize the workload independently; and * Must possess a team-oriented mindset. * Must be willing to address any work issues with their attorney(s). We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should include a copy of their resume and cover letter, including salary information, to careers@whitakerchalk.com