Job Description

Mendes & Mount LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support partners and attorneys in the Litigation department. This role is a great opportunity for someone with law firm administrative assistant experience who enjoys working closely with attorneys.

Job Titl e: Administrative Assistant

The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role .

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in busy litigation department with drafting of various legal documents.
• Assist attorneys with timesheets and reports.
• Handle word-processing: pleadings, discovery, depositions, notices, correspondence, memos, and briefs.
• Prepare and format Excel spreadsheets.
• Edit, format, proofread and finalize legal pleadings which include preparing table of contents and table of authorities.
• Screen and forward telephone calls to appropriate recipient.
• Type accurately and proofread work. Assist with formatting Letters, Memorandums, Briefs, Motions, etc.
• Prepare New Case Forms & E-mail New Case Opening.
• Enter time in 3E.
• Prepare Check Request forms.
• Prepare Amex and Out of Pocket Statements.
• Prepare Travel Authorization Forms, Travel Memos, & Benefit Day Memos.
• Organize various binders w/ tabs.
• Photocopying & Filing

Additional Responsibilities:

• Reception coverage on a daily/ weekly basis.

Job Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of Legal Documents.
• Expert knowledge of Word and Excel.
• TOA and TOC knowledge preferred

**Temp-to-perm potential based on performance and business needs**

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