Legal Administrative Assistant

Gfeller Laurie LLP, is a boutique litigation law firm with a regional presence throughout the Northeast. We are looking for a self motivated experienced litigation Legal Administrative Assistant with 3\-5 years experience to assist in organizing data for legal proceedings. Daily tasks can vary, but general functions include: **Responsibilities** * Formatting briefs, pleadings and other legal documents * E\-filing legal documents (state, federal and appellate courts) * Calendaring dates and managing court reporter services for depositions * Processing, compiling and maintaining medical authorizations * Preparing draft correspondence to clients, counsel, courts, etc. * Editing legal services invoices * Processing expenses * Making travel arrangements * Answering phone calls * Managing incoming mail * Copying and filing * Tracking CLE requirements and attorneys’ fulfillment of same * Assisting with marketing and client development efforts **Successful candidates must have the following attributes/abilities:** * Familiarity with state and federal court procedures * Familiarity with preparing applications for admission to state and federal bars * Experience maintaining calendars for a busy defense litigation practice * Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe * Attention to detail * Excellent organizational skills * Professional interaction with clients and colleagues * Excellent written and verbal skills * Proficient typing skills * Timely compliance with deadlines * Ability to work well under pressure * Team player mentality * Excellent time management * Availability for overtime work as needed (infrequent) If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the necessary skills to excel as a Legal Administrative Assistant, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $24\.00 \- $ 30\.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * AD\&D insurance * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Free parking * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Opportunities for advancement * Paid time off * Parental leave * Referral program * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: * West Hartford, CT (Required) Work Location: * In person Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $24\.00 \- $30\.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * AD\&D insurance * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Free parking * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Parental leave * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Application Question(s): * Do you have experience e\-filing in Connecticut state and federal courts? Please describe. * Do you have experience with legal documentation storage systems (Ex: NetDocs, MyCase, Clio Manage)? * Do you have experience with time legal time tracking software (Ex: Bill4Time, Clio, MyCase)? * How many attorneys have you supported at one time? * What types of legal documents have you prepared or formatted (e.g., pleadings, motions, discovery)? Experience: * litigation legal assistant: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * West Hartford, CT 06107 (Required) Work Location: In person